Signs that should warn you
Morning stiffness that increases with movement.
Hip pain when walking, climbing stairs, or standing up.
Difficulty putting on shoes, bending down.
A feeling of rubbing or creaking in the joint.
Pain referred to the groin, thigh or knee.
Muscle fatigue, balance problems, nighttime pain, or a feeling of heat in the hip.
Good news: you can live with a worn-out hip
You don’t have to wait until you feel intense pain to take action. Early diagnosis can slow the progression of wasting and improve quality of life.
The following are some suggested solutions:
Relieve the pain
Paracetamol or anti-inflammatories occasionally, always as advised by a healthcare professional.
Move around… but carefully
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