Our hips play a vital role in maintaining our body’s overall balance and stability. They’re responsible for allowing us to perform various daily activities such as walking, running, climbing stairs, and even sitting and standing. The hips are also responsible for maintaining the alignment of our spine and lower extremities, and it's the hip joint that allows us to rotate our legs and change the direction of our movements. 

In fact, strong hips can prevent back pain and injuries to the lower extremities. This is why keeping our hips healthy and strong is essential for maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise, stretching, and maintaining a healthy weight can all help keep the hips strong and prevent pain and injury.

However, despite their importance, hips are also prone to a variety of conditions that can cause pain and limit mobility. Hip pain can range from a mild ache to severe and constant pain that affects your ability to move and perform daily activities. 

The pain can be caused by a variety of conditions such as deformities, direct injuries, osteoarthritis, and even everyday activities such as prolonged sitting or carrying heavy bags on one shoulder. 

At Orthopedic Specialists of Idaho, we understand that hip pain can be debilitating and greatly impact your daily life. Our team of experienced orthopedic specialists is dedicated to providing you with the highest care for all your hip-related needs. From diagnostic imaging to physical therapy and medication management, to advanced surgical options, we offer a wide range of treatment options to help relieve your pain and improve your mobility.

Orthopedic Specialists of Idaho offers unmatched dedication and care, providing the best hip surgery Idaho Falls has to offer.

Causes of Hip Pain

Hip pain can be caused by a variety of conditions. Some common causes include:

  • Deformity: Congenital conditions, such as developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) and Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, can cause the hip joint to develop abnormally, leading to pain and limited range of motion. These conditions can also be caused by developmental disorders such as cerebral palsy and spina bifida.
  • Direct injury: Trauma to the hip joint can occur from accidents or falls, leading to injuries such as hip fractures, dislocated hips, or torn ligaments. These injuries can cause immediate pain and difficulty moving the hip.
  • Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, is a common cause of hip pain in older adults. It is caused by the wear and tear of the cartilage that cushions the hip joint, leading to pain and stiffness in the joint. If you would like to learn more about osteoarthritis, please visit our Joint Disease and Arthritis page. 
  • Inflammatory conditions: Rheumatoid arthritis and lupus are examples of inflammatory conditions that can affect the hip joint, leading to pain, stiffness, and difficulty moving.
  • Bursitis and Tendonitis: Inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between bones and soft tissues, and the tendons that attach muscle to bone, can cause pain and difficulty moving the hip.
  • Overuse injuries: Repetitive movements or prolonged periods of sitting can cause overuse injuries such as tendinitis or stress fractures in the hip, leading to pain and difficulty moving.
  • Other conditions: Other conditions such as nerve impingements, tumors, or infections can also cause hip pain.

It's important to see a specialist to determine the cause of the pain and to get the right treatment, as well as make changes to daily activities to reduce the stress on your hips.

Osteoarthritis of the Hip

Treatment Options

At Orthopedic Specialists of Idaho, we offer various treatment options for hip pain. Your doctor can help you if you’re having hip pain by recommending conservative treatment for short-term relief or total joint replacement for long-term relief to alleviate pain. Our team will work with you to determine the best course of treatment based on the cause of your pain and your individual needs. In addition to these suggestions, your doctor may advise you to limit certain physical activities that are giving you pain.

Some of the conditions we treat include:

  • Hip Bursitis: Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between bones and soft tissues. Treatment options include physical therapy, medications, and in some cases, corticosteroid injections.
  • Hamstring Muscle Injuries: Hamstring injuries are common in athletes and active individuals. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery.
  • Femoroacetabular Impingement: Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a condition where the hip joint bones don't fit together properly. Treatment options include physical therapy, medications, and in some cases, surgery.
  • Adolescent Hip Dysplasia: Adolescent hip dysplasia is a congenital condition that affects the development of the hip joint. Treatment options include bracing, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery.
  • Osteoarthritis of the Hip: Osteoarthritis of the hip can be treated with a variety of options such as physical therapy, medications, and in some cases, joint replacement surgery.
  • Snapping Hip: Snapping hip syndrome is a condition where the iliotibial band or the iliopsoas tendon rubs against the hip bone, causing a snapping or popping sensation. Treatment options include physical therapy, medications, and in some cases, surgery.

Are you tired of living with hip pain that limits your mobility and affects your daily life? 

At Orthopedic Specialists of Idaho, our team of experienced orthopedic specialists understands the impact that hip pain can have on your life, which is why we are dedicated to providing you with the highest quality of care for all your hip-related needs.

Our team is dedicated to finding the root cause of your pain and providing you with a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your individual needs. From diagnostic imaging to physical therapy and medication management, to advanced surgical options, we offer a wide range of treatment options to help relieve your pain and improve your mobility.

We understand that the thought of seeing a specialist for your hip pain can be daunting, but we want you to know that you are in good hands with us. We will work with you every step of the way to ensure that you are informed throughout the process. 

Don't let hip pain control your life any longer. Our team is here to help you get back to your normal activities as soon as possible. 

Call us today at (208) 522-6662 to schedule your appointment and take the first step toward relieving your hip pain.

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