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Hip Conditions

Expert diagnosis and treatment for hip pain and dysfunction

Overview

The hip joint is one of the largest and most important joints in the body. It bears the weight of the upper body and allows a wide range of movement. Hip conditions can significantly impact mobility and quality of life. At JointClinics, we provide comprehensive assessment and treatment for all hip conditions, from early arthritis to complex reconstructive surgery.

Common Causes

  • Osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip
  • Rheumatoid arthritis (hip)
  • Traumatic arthritis (hip)
  • Avascular necrosis (AVN)
  • Septic arthritis (hip)
  • Trochanteric bursitis
  • Iliopsoas bursitis
  • Gluteus medius tendinopathy / tear
  • Gluteus minimus tendinopathy / tear
  • Iliotibial (IT) band syndrome
  • Iliopsoas tendonitis / snapping
  • Proximal hamstring tendinopathy
  • Adductor tendinopathy / strain
  • Rectus femoris tendinopathy / strain
  • Piriformis syndrome
  • FAI — Cam type
  • FAI — Pincer type
  • FAI — Mixed type
  • Hip labral tear
  • Synovial chondromatosis (hip)
  • Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS)
  • Hip fracture — femoral neck
  • Hip fracture — intertrochanteric
  • Hip fracture — subtrochanteric
  • Stress fracture (femoral neck)
  • Stress fracture (femoral shaft)
  • Osteitis pubis
  • Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)
  • Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease
  • Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE)
  • Apophyseal avulsion fractures
  • Snapping hip — external (IT band)
  • Snapping hip — internal (iliopsoas)
  • Referred pain — lumbar spine / sciatica
  • Referred pain — sacroiliac joint
  • Hip osteomyelitis
  • Transient osteoporosis (hip)
  • Bone tumour — benign (hip)
  • Bone tumour — metastatic (hip)

Symptoms

  • Pain in the groin, thigh, or buttock area
  • Difficulty walking, climbing stairs, or getting in and out of a car
  • Night pain that disturbs sleep
  • Stiffness and reduced range of movement
  • Pain that worsens with activity and improves with rest
  • Clicking, catching, or locking of the joint

Treatment Options

  • Physiotherapy and exercise programmes
  • Ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injections
  • Hyaluronic acid injections
  • PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy
  • Total hip replacement
  • Hip resurfacing
  • Hip arthroscopy

Patient Information Guides

Read our detailed patient information booklets for specific conditions:

Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (Trochanteric Bursitis)

Lateral hip pain caused by gluteal tendinopathy and trochanteric bursitis

Hip Replacement (Piriformis-Sparing)

Modern anterior-approach hip replacement preserving key muscles for faster recovery

When to Seek Specialist Help

If you are experiencing persistent hip pain that limits your daily activities, disturbs your sleep, or has not responded to over-the-counter pain relief, it is time to seek specialist assessment.

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