What is Hip arthritis?

• Primary Osteoarthritis: This type is typically related to ageing and the natural wear and tear of the hip joint over time. It’s the most common form of osteoarthritis.
• Secondary Osteoarthritis: This occurs due to another condition or injury, such as hip dysplasia (abnormal hip development), trauma, or congenital issues like Perthes disease.

Hip arthritis symptoms include persistent pain in the hip joint, stiffness, and reduced range of motion, which can make walking, standing, or sitting for long periods difficult. The pain often worsens with activity and may radiate to the groin, thigh, or buttocks, leading to discomfort and difficulty performing everyday tasks. Swelling and tenderness around the hip joint are also common.

• Pain: Gradual onset of pain in the groin, thigh, or buttocks, often worsening with activity and improving with rest.
• Stiffness: Particularly in the morning or after periods of inactivity, making it difficult to move the hip joint.
• Reduced Range of Motion: Difficulty in moving the hip, such as when bending or rotating the leg.
• Creaking or Grating Sensation: Feeling or hearing a grinding noise when moving the hip joint (crepitus).
• Tenderness: Pain or tenderness when pressing on the affected area.
• Swelling: Mild swelling may occur, though it’s less common in hip OA compared to knee OA.

• PRP: Steroid or platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections.
• Lipogems: This minimally invasive treatment may help reduce pain, improve joint function, and support the healing of damaged cartilage. It is often considered for patients seeking alternatives to surgery or who want to delay a hip replacement.
• BMAC: BMAC therapy is believed to help regenerate damaged cartilage and provide pain relief. It’s a regenerative treatment option that may be suitable for patients looking to avoid or delay joint replacement surgery.
• Total Hip Replacement: If conservative treatments fail, surgical options like hip resurfacing or total hip replacement may be considered to restore mobility and alleviate pain.