Hip Pain

Our hip joint is the largest ball-and-socket joint in the body, and is built to withstand a fair amount of wear-and-tear due to the repeated motion and pressures constantly placed on this joint. It allows for fluid movement to occur between the torso and our legs, and is a key factor in our ability to walk, run and jump. 

There is a cushion of cartilage over the hip joint that prevents friction when the bone moves in it's socket. However, our hip joints are not indestructible and injuries can occur from age and use of the joint, such as the cartilage wearing down or becoming damaged, or the muscles and tendons being overused. 

Hip pain can stem from a number of different causes and as it is a major joint, pain can also be caused by problems in other parts of the body like your knees or lower back. 

Common causes of hip pain

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