When ordinary movements start to hurt
Bending, walking up stairs or morning stiffness…
These problems are often considered fatigue, but they can signal a more serious problem with the hip joint.
Today, they also occur in active people around 35-40 years old.
What is hip wear?
The hip joint is protected by cartilage, which acts as a shock absorber.
When cartilage wears out:
The bones rub against each other
Pain occurs
Mobility decreases
This is hip osteoarthritis (coxarthrosis).
Why does pain occur?
Main causes:
Genetics
Overweight
Physical stress and sports
Repetitive movements
Past injuries
Symptoms that cannot be ignored
Morning stiffness
Pain when walking or sitting
Difficulty putting on shoes
Later:
Cracking or rubbing in the joint
Pain shooting into the groin, thigh or knee
Night pain
Balance problems
Can it be lived with?
