Osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition resulting from wear and tear in the hip. The cartilage that covers the hip joint facilitates movement, so when this degenerates, mobility reduces while pain and stiffness increase. It is …
Hip synovitis is inflammation of the synovial membrane of the hip. It often occurs in sports people alongside another hip joint injury. Here we explain the common causes of inflammation of the hip joint. Hip …
A labral tear of the hip joint is a tear to the cartilage lining of the hip joint, caused either by direct trauma, or gradual degeneration. Labral tear symptoms & diagnosis Symptoms of a labral …
A slipped capital femoral epiphysis occurs when there is a fracture at the neck or top of the thigh bone causing hip pain. It is more common in boys aged 11 to 16 years old …