Pain in and around the hip joints is described as hip pain. Hip pain may occur due to injury or pain in the lower back. Hip pain sometimes manifests as pain in the thigh or groin.

Two major factors for hip pain are fractures of the hip bone or joint or then insufficient flow of blood to the hip area. Hip fractures affect the quality of life of the patient, and a large number are unable to return to normal pace of activities before the fracture.

Hip fractures require hip surgery, and the recovery process is not free of threats. Immobility may result in blood clots that could travel to the lungs or other parts if undetected and untreated. Pneumonia is a commonly occurring condition following surgery after hip fracture. Hip fractures are medical emergencies and need to be attended to immediately. Recovery involves physical therapy and exercises done under the guidance of a professional therapist. If physical therapy is not taken seriously it may result in immobility.

Insufficient blood supply to the hip are is known as aseptic necrosis. A common cause for this condition is sickle cell anemia. However, alcohol consumption and injuries may also affect the blood supply to the hip.

Legg-Carve-Perthes is a hip degeneration condition that occurs in children. Boys between the ages of 4-10 are more likely victims. The blood supply to the hip is insufficient and as a result the ball of the thighbone deteriorates and the hip ball collapses. There is no known cause for this condition. Symptoms include painless limping, knee pain, shortening of the leg, persistent thigh and groin pain and a host of others. It is important to maintain hip mobility and the doctor may use bracing to contain the movement of the thigh ball in order to ensure it remains located in the socket. In some cases surgery may be a better option.

Hip pain can also be caused by arthritis. Resulting pain will also be felt in the thigh or groin area. Brusitis is another condition causing hip pain. Sufferers experience pain when they get up from the chair, walk, and climb stairs drive and so on. Hip pain from Tendinitis is caused due to repetitive activity or even strenuous activity. Low back ailments such as sciatica may also cause hip pain.

First line of treatment for hip pain, as in other pains, is to avoid activities that aggravate the pain. Precaution must be taken to sleep on the non-painful side and pain medication may be needed to alleviate the pain. However, if the hip pain does not improve, medical advice must be sought. Hip exercises may be suggested by the doctor along with other diagnostic tests and manipulations.