Orthopedic Hip Pain Specialist in Lexington, KY

While the hip is one of the body's largest weight-bearing joints, it isn't invulnerable to disease or injury. While it's tempting to try and manage your symptoms with home remedies, chronic hip pain isn't normal and shouldn't be ignored. Some symptoms of hip injury or disease include:

• Difficulty bearing weight
• Pain during daily activities
• Reduced range of motion
• Deformity
• Pain in the groin, hip, or thighs
• Popping in the joint

The first step to hip pain relief is a consultation with one of the top-rated orthopedic doctors at Bluegrass Orthopaedics. Our experts will diagnose the cause of your hip pain and create a treatment plan based on your needs. From non-surgical options to total hip replacement surgery, we provide the care you need. Contact us to learn more.

Many conditions and injuries cause hip pain. Though some sources of hip pain can be addressed with self-care measures such as over-the-counter medications and rest, some require medical intervention. These conditions and injuries include:

• Repetitive use injuries such as bursitis
• Osteoarthritis
• Labral tear
• Sports hernia
• Hip dislocation

Diagnosis is integral to receiving the proper treatment for your hip pain. Our specialists are experts at diagnosing and treating hip pain. During your exam, your doctor will assess your pain's cause, duration, and extent. A physical exam will be performed to check your range of motion, gait, and hip strength. Depending on the results of this exam, your provider may order an X-ray, MRI, Ultrasound, or CT scan.

Your treatment will depend on your specific situation and diagnosis. The physicians at Bluegrass Orthopaedics often address joint pain initially with non-surgical approaches, including rest, physical therapy, applications of heat or cold, and medication. Injections of a cortisone-like drug directly into a joint can also often reduce pain and inflammation. However, sometimes, these methods are not successful, and surgery may be necessary. Whether your pain stems from a recent injury or from a chronic condition, many options are available.

Non-Surgical Options

• Physical therapy
• Lifestyle changes
• Medication Exercise

Surgical Options

• Bone graft
• Hip arthroscopy
• Revision hip surgery
• Total hip replacement

Hip pain is joint and can stem from many causes. Only an orthopedic specialist can determine the proper treatment for your pain. The physicians at Bluegrass Orthopaedics can help restore the joy of movement and revitalize lives. Don't try to push through the pain; book an appointment online or visit our urgent orthopedic walk-in clinic today.