Hip Care

Beacon Bone & Joint specialists provide care for hip pain – a common symptom that can be caused by injury, overuse or arthritis. We work with patients of all ages and activity levels to provide a care plan that meets individual lifestyles and needs. See us for an assessment and care plan options to get you back to your active life.

Common hip symptoms

Hip pain can show up unexpectedly or gradually make itself known. The hip joint is one of the largest in the body and controls movements like walking, sitting, balance and more. Some common signs of pain originating from the hip joint include:

• Pain in the groin, outer hip, buttock, or upper thigh
• Stiffness – Especially after periods of rest or in the morning
• Limited range of motion – Difficulty bending, rotating, or lifting the leg
• Pain with weight-bearing activities – Walking, climbing stairs, standing, or running
• Limping or altered gait due to discomfort or weakness
• Tenderness over the outer hip (common with bursitis)
• Clicking, snapping, or catching sensations during movement
• Radiating pain into the thigh, knee, or lower back
• Swelling, warmth, or redness (may indicate inflammation or infection)
• Night pain, especially when lying on the affected side

Common hip conditions we treat

Beacon Bone & Joint specialists will talk to you and diagnose your individual situation. Depending on the cause of your pain, expert providers will discuss a treatment plan with you. We often see such conditions as:

• hip arthritis
• hip stress injuries
• hip bursitis
• labral tears
• hip tendonitis
• hip dysplasia
• hip impingement
• hip fractures
• cartilage injuries
• hip instability
• avascular necrosis
• gluteal tendon tears
• referred lumbar spine pain

Hip treatments

Depending on the cause of your hip pain, our orthopedic specialists will consider the best treatment plan. It may include some of these solutions:

• Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation (RICE) to reduce pain and swelling
• Over-the-counter pain relievers/Medication
• Assistive devices – cane or walker to reduce joint stress
• Physical therapy to improve flexibility, increase strength
• Injections and regenerative therapies
• Joint aspiration in the case of fluid build-up
• Surgery (arthroscopic and open) for cases that do not improve with conservative care

Get expert care for hips

If you have hip pain that is interrupting your life, don’t wait any longer – contact Beacon Bone & Joint Specialists. We can help you get back to your daily routine and move forward with confidence. Schedule an appointment today.

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