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Hip pain assessment and joint consultation

Hip Pain

Understanding Hip Pain

Hip pain can affect your ability to walk, exercise, work and carry out everyday activities. It may develop gradually through wear and tear or occur following an injury, overuse or changes in the muscles, tendons or joints around the hip.

At CortexCure, we assess the underlying cause of hip pain and provide personalised treatment based on your symptoms, diagnosis and individual needs.

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CortexCure — Common Causes of Hip Pain
Musculoskeletal · Hip

Common Causes of Hip Pain

Hip pain can be caused by a range of conditions, including the presentations listed opposite.

Why assessment matters Accurate assessment is important because pain around the hip can sometimes originate from nearby structures rather than the hip joint itself.
Differential presentations 08
  • 01Hip osteoarthritis
  • 02Tendon injuries and tendinopathy
  • 03Trochanteric pain syndrome
  • 04Sports injuries
  • 05Muscle strains
  • 06Joint inflammation
  • 07Bursitis
  • 08Referred pain from the lower back
Symptoms

Symptoms of Hip Pain

Depending on the underlying cause, you may experience:

  • 01 Pain around the hip or groin
  • 02 Pain on the outside of the hip
  • 03 Stiffness or reduced movement
  • 04 Pain when walking or climbing stairs
  • 05 Discomfort during exercise
  • 06 Pain when lying on the affected side
  • 07 Weakness around the hip
Clinical Assessment

How Is Hip Pain Diagnosed?

Your clinician will assess your symptoms, medical history and movement to identify the likely cause of your hip pain.

Where appropriate, further assessment or imaging may be recommended to help confirm the diagnosis and guide treatment.

Personalised Care

Treatment for Hip Pain

Treatment depends on the underlying cause and severity of your symptoms. Options may include:

01 Physiotherapy and targeted rehabilitation
02 Exercise and activity modification
03 Pain management
04 Ultrasound-guided injection therapy
05 Treatment for tendon or soft-tissue problems
06 Other specialist interventions where clinically appropriate

Your treatment plan will be tailored to your condition and goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes hip pain?

Hip pain can result from osteoarthritis, tendon problems, bursitis, muscle injuries, sports injuries or referred pain from the lower back.

Can hip pain be treated without surgery?

Many causes of hip pain can initially be managed with non-surgical treatments such as physiotherapy, exercise, activity modification and appropriate injection therapy.

When should I see a specialist for hip pain?

Consider an assessment if your pain persists, limits your movement or affects your daily activities despite self-care or initial treatment..

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Medical Disclaimer

The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not intended to replace individual clinical assessment. Suitability for any treatment is determined by a qualified clinician following personal assessment, and outcomes vary between individuals.