30/05/2025
What is Hip Arthritis❓
📍 Hip arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation and wear of the cartilage in the hip joint. This results in pain, stiffness, and reduced movement.
📍 The most common form is osteoarthritis, but others include rheumatoid arthritis and post-traumatic arthritis.
⏺️Causes of Hip Arthritis
1️⃣ Age-related wear and tear (Osteoarthritis)
2️⃣ Autoimmune diseases (e.g. Rheumatoid Arthritis)
3️⃣ Previous hip injury or fracture
4️⃣ Genetics – family history of arthritis
5️⃣ Obesity – increases joint stress
6️⃣ Overuse - repetitive stress on the joint can wear down the cartilage
7️⃣ Developmental conditions – such as hip dysplasia
⏺️Signs and Symptoms
1️⃣ Pain in the hip, groin, thigh, or buttock
2️⃣ Stiffness, especially in the morning or after rest
3️⃣ Reduced range of motion
4️⃣ Limping or difficulty walking
5️⃣ Clicking or grinding sensation in the joint
6️⃣ Pain worsens with activity and improves with rest
⏺️Physiotherapy Treatment and Management
👍Physiotherapy plays a vital role in managing hip arthritis.
👍The goals are to reduce pain, improve mobility, and strengthen muscles around the hip.
🥇Pain Management
🔥 Heat therapy to relax muscles and improve blood flow
☃️ Cold therapy to reduce inflammation and numb pain
⏩ Ultrasound or TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) if needed
🥈Exercise Therapy
🤸♀️ Stretching exercises: to improve flexibility
🏋️♀️ Strengthening exercises: to support the joint (e.g., gluteal and core muscles)
🧘♀️ Range of motion exercises: to maintain joint mobility
🚶♀️ Low-impact aerobic exercises: such as walking🚶♀️, swimming🏊♀️, or cycling🚴♀️
🥉Manual Therapy
Gentle joint mobilization and soft tissue techniques by a physiotherapist
💡Hip Care Tips
👉Avoid high-impact activities (e.g., running, jumping)
👉Use a walking aid (like a cane) if needed to reduce stress on the joint
👉Wear supportive footwear
👉Use chairs with firm cushions and armrests
👉Avoid sitting for long periods; change position frequently
👉Warm-up before activities and cool down afterward
👉Maintain a healthy weight to reduce pressure on the joint
⏺️When to Seek Medical Attention
1. Contact your doctor or physiotherapist if you experience:
2. Sudden worsening of symptoms
3. Swelling, redness, or warmth in the joint
4. Difficulty performing daily activities despite treatment
📍 Hip arthritis is a manageable condition with the right treatment and lifestyle changes.
📍 Physiotherapy plays a key role in improving quality of life and maintaining function. Stay active🚶♀️, follow your exercise plan, and take care of your joints.
Remember: Your physiotherapy program will be personalized according to your specific need.
Visit us for more information 📲📲📲
1) Oh Physiotherapy (Bayan Lepas branch)
1-2-20 Kompleks I-Avenue, Bukit Jambul, Bayan Lepas, Penang.
☎️04-6410850
2) Lo Physiotherapy (Tanjong Tokong branch)
C-1-6 Vantage (Level 1), Jalan Desiran Tanjong, 10470 Tanjong Tokong.
☎️016-9341230/ 012-5297825
3) Lo Physiotherapy (Butterworth branch)
Block A-79, Jalan Raja Uda, Pusat Perniagaan Raja Uda,12300 Butterworth.
☎️016-8869934
4) Lo Physiotherapy(Georgetown Specialist Hospital branch)
12A, Jalan Masjid Negeri, 11900, Georgetown,Penang.
☎️017-9123081
5) Lo Physiotherapy (Kek Lok Si Charitable Hospital branch)
623, Jalan Balik Pulau, Penang Ayer Itam, 11500 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang.
☎️016-5293996
6) Oh Physiotherapy (B BRAUN Factory branch)
Bayan Lepas Industrial Park, 10810 Bayan Baru.
☎️0164337780
