Medications
Over-the-counter options, including paracetamol or NSAIDs, may reduce inflammation and ease mild pain. For more severe cases, stronger analgesics or disease-modifying medications (for rheumatological conditions) might be prescribed.
Physical Therapy
Tailored exercises build muscle strength, enhance flexibility, and improve balance around the hip joint. This support helps offload stressed areas and reduce future injury risks.
Interventional Procedures
Corticosteroid injections can diminish inflammation within the joint, providing significant symptom relief. Viscosupplementation (hyaluronic acid injections) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy are sometimes used for specific conditions, like osteoarthritis or soft tissue damage. We maintain a close relationship with our orthopaedic surgery collegues, and with your consent will discuss and refer on cases that may benefit from operative intervention (such as hip replacement).
Lifestyle & Supportive Therapies
Weight management reduces stress on the hip, while low-impact exercises (e.g., swimming or cycling) maintain fitness without aggravating symptoms. Devices like canes or walkers can improve stability during flare-ups. Additionally, techniques such as acupuncture or mindfulness-based stress reduction may complement conventional treatments.
Our aim is to alleviate pain, restore function, and enhance your overall mobility:
