Hip Osteoarthritis (Degeneration)

Osteoarthritis (wear, degeneration) develops due to primary or secondary causes. The cause
of primary disease is unknown. As a secondary condition it can develop due
to avascular necrosis of the hip (impaired blood supply to the femoral
head), hip dislocation, rheumatic diseases, hip trauma, and previous infections. Patients usually
have complaints such as pain in the hip — especially groin pain —
first-step pain in the morning, restricted movement, and difficulty putting on their
socks and shoes. The diagnosis is made through the history, physical examination
and radiological investigations. When the complaints become severe enough to impair quality
of life (a reduced walking distance, difficulty climbing stairs, restricted hip movement, and
difficulty putting on socks and shoes), total hip replacement surgery is performed.