Hip Joint is a ball and socket joint. If your hip joint has been damaged by arthritis, common activities such as walking or getting in and out of a chair may be painful and difficult. Your hip may be stiff and it may be hard to put on your shoes and socks. You may even feel uncomfortable while resting.
It may be due to Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, secondary to A vascular Necrosis of femoral head (AVN) and after any fracture around Hip Joint.
Pain relieving medications, changes in everyday activities and the use of walking aids such as a cane are initially helpful. However if pain, stiffness of hip and difficulty in walking persist then one may consider hip replacement surgery. By replacing diseased hip joint with an artificial joint, hip replacement surgery can relieve pain, increase motion, and help patient get back to enjoying everyday activities.