{"id":1001,"date":"2022-12-24T11:16:42","date_gmt":"2022-12-24T19:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kbphysio.ca\/?p=1001"},"modified":"2022-12-17T13:52:54","modified_gmt":"2022-12-17T21:52:54","slug":"hip-pain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kbphysio.ca\/hip-pain\/","title":{"rendered":"Managing Hip Pain"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hip pain is a common complaint that can be caused by variety of factors. The hip joint is a ball and socket joint that allows for a wide range of motion, including walking, running, and turning. As a physiotherapist, we routinely see patients who are experiencing hip pain due to overuse, injury, surgery or underlying medical conditions. In this blog post, let’s discuss the hip joint, symptoms, causes, and treatments options<\/mark>, as well as some exercises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Hip Joint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hip joint comprises the ball-shaped head of the femur (thigh bone) and the acetabulum, a socket in the pelvic bone. The head of the femur fits snugly into the acetabulum, allowing for smooth movement of the hip joint. A capsule, which is filled with synovial fluid to lubricate and nourish the joint surrounds the joint. Strong muscles and ligaments support the hip joint and help to keep it stable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Symptoms And Causes<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hip pain can range from a dull ache to a sharp, stabbing sensation. Some common symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n