Is walking good for hip arthritis?
Walking is the best way to begin the transition from inactivity to activity—even if you have arthritis in a weight-bearing joint like your knee or hip. Walking is a low-impact activity that can help relieve arthritis pain, stiffness, and swelling, but that’s not the only reason walking can be a great form of exercise.
What are the first signs of hip problems?
Symptoms of a hip problem may include:
- pain in the hip joint (usually felt in the groin area)
- referred pain to the thigh and knee.
- limping.
- reduced range of motion.
- muscle stiffness.
- pain when trying to put weight through the leg on the affected side.
How do you treat arthritis in the hip?
Pain management is among the first-line treatment methods for hip arthritis. For those with mild symptoms, over-the-counter ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or naproxen may control the pain. These medications have anti-inflammatory effects as well, so they may also reduce irritation of nerves.
How do you know if your hip joint is bad?
If you have a problem with your hip joint you may feel pain in the groin, down the front of the leg and in the knee. Sometimes knee pain is the only sign of a hip problem – this is called referred pain or radiated pain and is fairly common.