Hip pain is a common form of joint pain and is caused by a wide range of conditions. Hip joint pain is described as any pain coming from the area where the top of your leg joins with your pelvis. Pain can develop on the front, back, inside, outside, or all around your hip area. Your pain may be dull or sharp, sudden or gradual.
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Talk with your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms of hip pain:
If persistent hip pain is limiting your daily activities, talk with a specialist at Dignity Health.
Depending on your age, overall health, and history, you may have hip pain from a problem with your hip joint or the surrounding muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
Hip pain can be caused by a variety of illnesses, injuries, and conditions. The hip is one of the most structurally essential joints in the body and is responsible for holding a lot of weight. It also contains several structures, like a ball and socket joint consisting of bones, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and cushioning sacs called bursae. Any of these structures can be damaged or affected by wear and tear or disease.
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Hip pain may originate from:
Risk factors for hip pain vary. Age-related hip pain is the reason a high percentage of people seek care. Other factors include:
Other common causes of hip injury include:
Preventing hip pain means reducing your risk factors. Depending on your age and activity level, your doctor can recommend some steps to take. They may include:
The information contained in this article is meant for educational purposes only and should not replace advice from your healthcare provider.