Good news: you can live with a worn hip:
There’s no need to wait until you’re in severe pain to take action. Early diagnosis can slow the progression of wear and tear and improve quality of life.
- Relieve pain
Paracetamol or anti-inflammatories occasionally, always according to the advice of a healthcare professional.
- Move… but gently
Recommended activities: swimming, cycling, regular walking on flat terrain.
Physical therapy sessions help strengthen the muscles around the hip and maintain good mobility.
- Relieve pressure on the joint
Losing a few pounds is often enough to significantly reduce discomfort .
- When pain becomes chronic…
Surgery (hip replacement) may be considered. Today, it is a common and well-controlled procedure : more than 90% of patients regain lasting mobility for 10 to 15 years.
Listen to your body, act immediately:
Ignoring pain won’t make it go away. If you recognize these symptoms, or if a loved one complains of them, consulting a doctor is the first step toward a more comfortable daily life.
