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What Causes Persistent Hip Pain While Climbing Stairs?
Question: What causes hip pain?
I have a persistent pain in my right hip which is increased if I climb stairs. It is like a giant XXXXXXX horse in the muscles in the front of my leg radiating to the buttock. I feel as if I am walking through molasses. I am no longer able to sleep on that side.
I have a persistent pain in my right hip which is increased if I climb stairs. It is like a giant XXXXXXX horse in the muscles in the front of my leg radiating to the buttock. I feel as if I am walking through molasses. I am no longer able to sleep on that side.
Brief Answer:
Cause could be arthritis or nerve compression.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
Your pain is due to Arthritis. When bone is not able to take weight due to arthritis than it has to be shared by muscles. It causes pain in buttock, thigh and leg muscles.
Also some time it can be due to nerve compression. You can judge your self. If your pain increases on walking and relieved with rest, it is suggestive of nerve related pain.
Arthritis pain is present even when you are taking rest.
I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for detailed examination. You may get the X-ray/MRI, some blood tests and joint fluid analysis under his/her guidance to reach the accurate diagnosis.
The following measures will help with the pain-
-Avoid any activities that increase the pain such as climbing stairs .
- Over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen etc might be helpful in providing symptomatic pain relief
-Use heat and cold to manage pain. Both heat and cold can relieve pain in your joint. Heat also relieves stiffness and cold can relieve muscle spasms.
-Apply over-the-counter pain creams. Creams and gels available at the drugstore may provide temporary relief from arthritis pain.
-Take diet rich in calcium, vitamin d3 and minerals.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Cause could be arthritis or nerve compression.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
Your pain is due to Arthritis. When bone is not able to take weight due to arthritis than it has to be shared by muscles. It causes pain in buttock, thigh and leg muscles.
Also some time it can be due to nerve compression. You can judge your self. If your pain increases on walking and relieved with rest, it is suggestive of nerve related pain.
Arthritis pain is present even when you are taking rest.
I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for detailed examination. You may get the X-ray/MRI, some blood tests and joint fluid analysis under his/her guidance to reach the accurate diagnosis.
The following measures will help with the pain-
-Avoid any activities that increase the pain such as climbing stairs .
- Over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen etc might be helpful in providing symptomatic pain relief
-Use heat and cold to manage pain. Both heat and cold can relieve pain in your joint. Heat also relieves stiffness and cold can relieve muscle spasms.
-Apply over-the-counter pain creams. Creams and gels available at the drugstore may provide temporary relief from arthritis pain.
-Take diet rich in calcium, vitamin d3 and minerals.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Dear Dr. XXXXXXX
Thank you for your reply. Certainly gives me food for thought. My mother who died at 90 always complained that her right hip hurt but was not able to explain where or how and even after hip replacement and heavy duty pain killers still hurt. One of my sisters 68 has and has had for some time pain in her right hip. She has gone to several doctors and has gotten advice that does not always agree. She has gone for physical therapy and thinks it a bit better. I have gone to chiropractor who told me my weight might make it worse and I am dieting and have lost 7 pounds. I had a massage who suggested stretching maybe yoga. I still do my ordinary activities and can work, that is physical work as usual but I get tired easier than I did in the past. I am not sure which specialist to go to but will probably have to go to XXXXXXX or XXXXXXX Fe. I am afraid to have an MRI because I do not like to be closed in.
Thank you for your reply. Certainly gives me food for thought. My mother who died at 90 always complained that her right hip hurt but was not able to explain where or how and even after hip replacement and heavy duty pain killers still hurt. One of my sisters 68 has and has had for some time pain in her right hip. She has gone to several doctors and has gotten advice that does not always agree. She has gone for physical therapy and thinks it a bit better. I have gone to chiropractor who told me my weight might make it worse and I am dieting and have lost 7 pounds. I had a massage who suggested stretching maybe yoga. I still do my ordinary activities and can work, that is physical work as usual but I get tired easier than I did in the past. I am not sure which specialist to go to but will probably have to go to XXXXXXX or XXXXXXX Fe. I am afraid to have an MRI because I do not like to be closed in.
Brief Answer:
Go for an orthopaedic surgeon .
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Sorry for late reply.
I am glad to know that I could address your concern. Go for an orthopaedic surgeon for proper evaluation and management.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
Go for an orthopaedic surgeon .
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Sorry for late reply.
I am glad to know that I could address your concern. Go for an orthopaedic surgeon for proper evaluation and management.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Dr. Saurabh Gupta
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement
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