The hip is a ball-and-socket joint that carries body weight and allows walking, sitting and bending. This section covers hip problems such as joint wear, deformities and the effects of injury, and the treatment options from non-surgical care to surgery, with an accurate individual diagnosis first.
Note: Hip pain can come from the hip itself or from the lower back. Diagnosis needs an in-person examination.
Groin or hip pain that persists or worsens, difficulty walking or putting on shoes, or a stiff joint. Urgent assessment is needed after a fall with severe pain and being unable to stand.
No. Many cases are treated without surgery, with activity changes and physiotherapy. Surgery is considered when that is not enough, as with hip replacement.
It helps restore movement, strength and safe walking. Details are in Hip Exercises and Rehabilitation.
The clinic of Dr. Emeel Hourani in Amman, Ibn Khaldoun Street (Al-Khalidi Street), Panorama Hattar Building No. 22, 3rd floor.
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