Do you struggle to bend over to tie your shoelaces, climbing stairs becomes an effort, and morning stiffness becomes a daily occurrence? These often trivialized signs may actually reveal hip wear and tear, which is much more common than you might think. Long confined to the elderly, it now affects more and more active adults from the ages of 35-40. Acting early means living longer.
What exactly is a worn hip?
A “worn” hip corresponds to a deterioration of the articular cartilage , this protective tissue that prevents the bones from rubbing against each other. When this cartilage diminishes or disappears, the friction causes pain, stiffness, and sometimes inflammation : this is osteoarthritis of the hip (or coxarthrosis).
The main causes?
A set of factors, often combined:
- Genetic predisposition : some families are more affected.
- Overweight : every extra kilo increases the load on the joint.
- Physical occupations or repeated sports : heavy work or repetitive movements promote wear and tear.
- History of injuries (fractures, dislocations) or joint diseases such as polyarthritis.
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