Sudden hip pain, shooting pain, a dull ache — all can be symptoms of issues involving your hip. The hip joint contains the ball of the thigh bone and the pelvis socket. It’s held in place with strong, ...

Struggling with hip joint pain can make every step feel like a challenge. To find real relief and get back to enjoying your days, it’s helpful to understand hip joint pain causes. Most commonly, hip ...

Joint pain in the hip may occur due to one of several different underlying causes, such as bursitis, arthritis, or tears in the cartilage. A person may be able to treat some cases at home, but severe ...

Achy hips are all too common as the years pass. About 1 in 4 adults will have hip osteoarthritis by age 85, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The related pain and stiffness ...

If you have hip bursitis, you know the pain and discomfort can keep you from doing the activities you enjoy. While quick fixes such as over-the-counter pain relievers or applying ice packs can help, ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Commonly found among male athletes who participate in cutting and pivoting sports, such as soccer, football, ...

Kyle Ruygrok, PT, DPT, OCS, is a physical therapist with Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Nicolas Noiseux, MD, MS, FRCSC, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at University of ...

It’s no surprise hip pain is a common problem in teenage athletes. Between constant growth spurts and activity levels at an all-time high, sometimes the hip joint has a hard time working properly.

Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that fuses (attaches) two or more vertebrae together. It’s usually done to reduce pain and improve the stability of the spine. While it can be a helpful procedure ...