Hip pain is not nearly as common as knee or back pain, but it still impacts much of the population and it can be quite debilitating - especially when it doesn’t go away. People routinely report hip ...

Sciatica pain can occur anywhere along the sciatic nerve, including the hip, buttocks, and leg. It typically affects one side. Hip pain due to other causes may only affect the hip and require ...

If you’re navigating menopause and suddenly find yourself grappling with intense discomfort in your hips, you’re not alone. More than 50 percent of women report new or worsening joint pain during this ...

Living with unexplained pain in your lower body can be both frustrating and debilitating. When discomfort strikes in the general hip region, many people struggle to identify whether they’re ...

A single ultrasound-guided intra-articular hip injection of corticosteroid plus local anaesthetic can provide lasting pain relief in hip osteoarthritis, according to a new study led by researchers ...

The acetabular labrum is a ring of protective cartilage. It lines the rim of your hip socket (acetabulum). Your acetabular labrum holds your thigh bone securely in the joint, which allows flexibility ...

Lower back and hip pain is common. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 619 million people live with lower back pain and it’s the leading cause of disability worldwide. But ...

Femoroacetabular impingement, more commonly called hip impingement, is a condition where the ball of your hip (femoral head) pinches the socket (acetabulum). A combination of genes and ...

Running is a high impact activity that places repetitive strain on the hip joint and can result in injury. Hip pain when running can result from wear and tear on the joints, inflammatory conditions ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Key takeaways Menopause hip pain can be caused by hormonal changes affecting bones, muscles, and joints. Lifestyle strategies like targeted ...