Hip Osteoarthritis

Hip Osteoarthritis is a condition where cartilage in the hip joint starts to break down, causing pain and uncomfortable symptoms in your lower back, hips, and legs.  Many people who experience lower back or hip arthritis have it in other joints, which results in doctors frequently misdiagnosing the root cause of pain and performing a failed surgery.

Our NJ Spine & Orthopedic doctors are expertly-trained spinal surgeons who specialize in fixing failed back and hip surgery.

Hip Osteoarthritis Causes

The primary cause of hip osteoarthritis is aging. However, there are several other factors that can exacerbate or accelerate this condition, including:

• Being overweight or obese
• Gender — women are more likely to develop osteoarthritis than men
• Congenital joint disease and spine disorders
• Trauma and injuries — especially those that result from sudden falls, car accidents or high-impact sports
• Overuse — common for people who engage in jobs that require high physical strength or long-distance driving
• Related conditions and diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis
• The presence of too much growth hormone in the body
• Previous or concurrent spine complications such as spinal stenosis or herniated discs
• Lack of physical exercise
• Malnutrition
• Smoking

By making major lifestyle changes, it is possible to ease, delay or prevent hip osteoarthritis. With up to 60% of people who suffer from obesity also getting hip osteoarthritis, it is more important than ever to maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly and eat nutritious foods. Doing this will help you diminish your risk of developing hip osteoarthritis.

If you think you may be at risk for hip osteoarthritis, schedule a consultation with an NJSO specialist to discuss the preventative measures that may work best for you. Our experts will carefully listen to your symptoms, evaluate your condition and advise you on what to do going forward.

Or, try our Condition Checker to find some answers and get started on a self-diagnosis.