Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect the hips, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling, similar to those of other joints in the body. RA-related hip pain can feel like a dull ache in the groin, buttocks ...

Hip osteoarthritis is often the cause of hip pain as we age. Osteoarthritis, or “wear and tear” arthritis, refers to the breakdown or degeneration of the cartilage that coats and protects the bone ...

If daily activities like walking, climbing stairs or sitting for extended periods cause your hips to feel stiff or painful, it could be hip arthritis. Because the hip joints support so many movements, ...

Hip and knee pain often stem from arthritis, a condition affecting over 100 types, with osteoarthritis being most common.

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Hip and knee pain can oftentimes arise unexpectedly and cause discomfort for many. Knowing how to alleviate this pain is key to preventing further injury. Dr. Daniel Witmer, ...

"Hip arthritis happens when the cartilage around the hip joint begins to wear down, which creates friction. The hip joint is designed to be a ball-and-socket joint that allows for pain-free movement.

People with progressive diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or ankylosing spondylitis (AS) are more likely to undergo total hip or knee replacement. Despite medication, some may have joint ...

Your hip joints are where the upper leg bones connect to the body. You can have pain in one or both hips when you’re sitting. This is because the hip joint bends and supports most of your body weight ...

Hip pain without an injury is not always a sign of arthritis, or a pulled groin, if you are young. Sometimes, the pain is caused by a misshapen hip joint. Tom Miller, MD, talks to Stephen Aoki, MD, ...

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis is a common rheumatologic disease in children that often persists into adulthood. It frequently affects the hip joint, and total hip replacement is the standard treatment ...

Your hip joints are ball-and-socket joints positioned where your thigh bone meets your pelvis. The hip joint is involved in many types of movement. It is also one of the largest joints in the body, ...

From early symptoms to treatment options like physiotherapy and surgery, awareness and timely care remain key to improving quality of life and preserving independence.