Hip injuries are very common, especially among athletes, overweight or obese, and seniors whose bone density has been on the decline. The severity of the injury varies—not all will require surgery; some will only require physical therapy or even rest. That is to say; it doesn’t matter how old you are; you can develop a hip injury whether you’re young or old.
Injuring one’s hip needs to be addressed right away in order to prevent further damage. Even minor hip injuries can affect one’s mobility and therefore risk spreading the damage to other parts such as the leg, groin, or spine. Since the hip is a joint, the connects the leg bone to the pelvic bone; the risk is quite high.
Common Injuries
Here is a list of common hip-related injuries:
- Strain
- Dislocation
- Fracture
- Osteoarthritis
Keep in mind that the severity can vary per person. Seek professional help if you’ve been in a serious accident or experience chronic pain in the hip area. Your doctor will be able to diagnose the problem and recommend the best treatment to fix your concern.
Final Thoughts
There’s a common misconception that hip or any sort of bone injuries happen mostly to seniors because of their age and declining bone density. However, people of any age and level of physical activity can suffer from a hip injury. No matter where in the age spectrum, make sure to go to a doctor in order to treat your hip concern and prevent further damage.
References
https://www.weisshospital.com/our-services/orthopedics/hip-care/common-hip-injuries/
https://medlineplus.gov/hipinjuriesanddisorders.html
