Hip Pain

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Hip pain refers to discomfort or soreness in the hip joint or surrounding areas. It can occur due to various factors, including injury, overuse, degenerative conditions, or underlying medical conditions. Hip pain can manifest as a dull ache, sharp pain, stiffness, or limited range of motion in the hip joint, groin, buttocks, or thigh.

Common causes of hip pain include osteoarthritis, which involves the breakdown of cartilage in the hip joint, resulting in inflammation and pain; bursitis, which is inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion the hip joint; tendonitis, which involves inflammation or irritation of the tendons surrounding the hip joint; hip fractures, often caused by trauma or osteoporosis weakening the bones; and muscle strains or tears from overuse or sudden movements.