How to deal with hip pain at home?

A lot of people have hip pain but its hard to define because in the areas of hip including abdomen, we can assume it as hip pain. There can be a lot of reasons that are causing hip pain, but its more common when you are growing older because with time there is a lot of tear, wear and stress in joints. And with time it becomes more and more.

Now the question arises what is causing a hip pain? Well, read on this blog and you’ll get know what the reason of hip pain can be and what are the different ways you can use get relief from pain.

What is causing hip pain?

Hip Pain

· Bone Deformity or Fracture

· Wear and tear in the muscles, ligaments and tendons in the area of hip pain

· Any bone deformity you are born with

· Arthritis

· Loss of cushion cartilage (that will lead to bone rubbing)

· Infection, Disease

· Bone Cancer

· Hernia

· Gynecological Problem

What can you do about hip pain?

Rest

Rest and avoid doing any activity that puts stress and pressure over hip joint.

Cold and heat therapy

You can try heat and cold therapy as per your choice. For heat therapy you can use heating pads, warm bath or shower. For cold therapy you can use ice gel pads, bag of frozen vegetables or kodiak ice therapy system with hip pad.

Over the counter pain relievers/ medications

· Medication like ibuprofen, acetaminophen can be used to get relief from hip pain in a short time of period.

Stretching

Stretching can also help to reduce hip pain. Gently stretch your legs and hip muscles.

Go Back

Page updated

Google Sites

Report abuse