If you have suffered chronic Hip Pain before, you can probably attest to how uncomfortable and nerve-wracking it can be. Hip pain can turn the most simple and natural activities, like climbing a flight of stairs to your apartment or taking that evening stroll at the park, into completely horrible ordeals. This great guest post is here to help with that by giving you three great ways to help hip pain.

The majority of hip pain cases can be attributed to arthritis, bursitis and tendonitis or injury. If you’re an older adult, you could also experience hip pain due to hip fractures, as your bones become brittle and weak. The cause of your pain may be any of these factors or more, which is why it is very important that you get an official diagnosis from your doctor before you proceed with any form of treatment.

Although most people quickly consider surgery to relieve them of their affliction, going under the knife is hardly the best way to relieve your hip pain. There are plenty of ways in which you can ease your pain without having to pay a fortune to undergo surgery. These include:

1.  Engage In Physiotherapy Exercises for hip pain

Although experiencing pain and discomfort in your hips can greatly hamper your mobility, engaging in physio exercises is key to strengthening your hip muscles and relieving your pain.

Physio exercises like the clams, buttock squeezes and hip presses, for instance, are very beneficial if your pain is caused by bursitis or gluteal tendinopathy. However, it is worth remembering, that not all physio exercises are appropriate for all cases of hip pain. You should ensure that you consult your doctor or experienced Physiotherapist. They can advise on which physio exercises you should engage in relative to your diagnosis.

2. Take Pain-Relieving Medication

If your hip pain is caused by inflammation of the joints, you may want to seek advice on getting relief through non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These drugs offer pain relief by blocking the enzymes that create inflammation-inducing chemicals. With the help of drugs like aspirin and Ibuprofen, you will ease the pain in your hips for long periods of time. You should, however, seek and follow the advice of your doctor so they can recommend the right drugs and dosage for you as well as educate you on possible side effects so you can make an informed decision on which one works for you.

Note: medication should only be taken as prescribed and recommended by your pharmacist or doctor

3. Get Some Braces and Orthotics

Knee braces are very effective at relieving hip pain because they offer support for your joints and ensure that you’re walking or standing posture is not abnormal.

Poor posture puts a strain on the hips and can cause hip pain. In addition to braces, orthotics also relieve hip pain by preventing your feet from rolling around in your shoes and straining your hip muscles. Your doctor or physio or another therapist will recommend the most appropriate of these depending on your condition.

Even though living with hip pain can be a daily nightmare, it most certainly doesn’t have to be that way for you. With these simple non-surgical methods of pain relief, you will greatly reduce the amount of pain in your hip and be able to live a normal and productive life free from the debilitating effects of hip pain.

By Kathryn Morris, Health & Lifestyle Blogger

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