Physiotherapy Treatment for Hip Pain & Arthritis in Lagos
What is Hip Pain and Arthritis?
Hip pain can be caused by the wear and tear of bones and joint degeneration. It is severed when the articular cartilage wears away and its top layer breaks down. Hip pain caused by arthritis can vary according to the age of the patient, the physical conditions such as fitness level and weight, and the perception of pain by an individual. Hip pain induced by arthritis can come and go and is often predictable. The patient can anticipate what activities may lead to hip pain at what time of the day. physiotherapy treatment for Hip Pain and Arthritis
These are some common symptoms associated with hip pain caused by arthritis.
- Hip joint tenderness or pain that comes and goes. The patient might experience sharp pain in the groin and the thighs
- Stiffness of hips especially in the morning
- Difficulty in moving the hip joint
- Swelling in the hip joint
- Weakness of hip muscles making it difficult to sit and stand
Physiotherapists use stretching and strengthening exercises to alleviate hip pain. In addition to this, low-impact exercises are also used to facilitate the recovery and help the patient regain their strength and mobility.
Physiotherapy Treatment for Hip Pain & Arthritis
Physiotherapy treatment for hip pain & arthritis includes;
- Hydrotherapy
- Acupuncture
- Massage
- Hip resurfacing
- Platelet-rich plasma therapy
- joint manipulation and mobilization
Mobility Physiotherapy Clinic
At Mobility Physiotherapy, we have a team of qualified professionals who offer specialized treatment for various musculoskeletal conditions. Whether you have a chronic medical condition, such as arthritis, or you have experienced a sports injury, or suffer from dizziness and vertigo our experienced physiotherapists will provide you a personalized treatment, offering you relief from pain and discomfort and enabling you to get back to your usual activities quickly.