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Living with arthritis can be hard. The pain, stiffness, and swelling can make everyday tasks difficult. While some treatments and home care can help, there are times when managing arthritis on your own is not enough. Many people are unsure about when to see a doctor. Have you ever asked yourself the question, “Should…
Arthritis is a condition involving the inflammation of one or more joints, and it afflicts almost 60 million Americans or about 25% of the population. Any of your joints can be affected by any type of arthritis – the most common types are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The hip, which is the largest ball-and-socket joint…
Inflammatory arthritis is a type of chronic autoimmune disorder, and the term refers to any type of arthritis that is caused by an overactive immune system. Unlike noninflammatory arthritis – such as osteoarthritis, which occurs due to wear and tear of the cartilage in the joint – inflammatory arthritis can suddenly affect anyone of any…
Hip arthritis can cause pain and stiffness in the groin, outer thigh, and buttocks area, as well as mobility issues. Living with hip arthritis can be difficult. Many people with arthritis have difficulty moving around, which makes it hard to perform everyday activities, such as walking or climbing stairs. However, this is not to say…
Arthritis of the hip, as with any other part of the body, is notorious for causing significant movement restriction and quality-of-life issues. Thankfully, despite its incurable and progressive nature, there are a range of self-care measures and treatments available that can help to ease its symptoms. Below are five ways you can effectively manage the…
If you struggle with pain and stiffness in one or both hips, do you know what’s causing it? Is it arthritis or an inflammatory condition called bursitis? Here’s how your orthopedic surgeon in the Bismarck, ND, area can help you differentiate between the two conditions and what can be done to treat the discomfort. The…
Arthritis can affect any joint, including the hip. Hip arthritis can cause pain and can reduce your range of motion, which makes it hard to perform daily tasks and activities – anything that involves standing and walking. If you’ve been diagnosed with hip arthritis, your orthopedic doctor will likely start with conservative treatment options to…
The hip joint is a ball-and-socket joint and is one of the largest joints in the human body. The sections of bone in the joint are protected by cartilage, which is a tough, smooth tissue designed to absorb shock, reduce friction, and allow the bones to glide together smoothly. When the cartilage wears down, this…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), arthritis affects 54 million Americans, up to 24 million of whom experience limited mobility and discomfort. If you are one of these people, the idea of doing physical activities may seem counterintuitive, especially when you have hip arthritis and you’re in pain. However, did you…
Hip pain can strike at any time without warning. The pain may be confined to the joint itself or spread to the surrounding structures in your groin, back, and legs. Hip pain can occur due to an acute injury, underlying disease, or structural deformity. Whatever the cause may be, joint pain can affect your quality…
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