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ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS WITH HIP, LEG, & KNEE PAIN RELIEF
Your hips, knees, and lower legs are tough—but injuries happen. Your hips and knees are your largest joints, supporting your body’s weight. They work in close coordination, giving us the mobility we need. Between arthritis, injuries and age, however, pain can flare up. If you’re experiencing hip, knee or leg pain, call us to schedule a closer look. Before you do, however, let’s examine the pain itself. What Causes Hip, Knee and Leg Pain? Hip,kneeand legpainaresurprisinglycommon.Thus,theirsourcecancome from a variety of things. If you’re experiencing pain in any part of your leg, pinpointing the exact spot can help you determine the cause. Professional Care PT has pinpointed several leading causes of hip, knee and leg pain. While many causes exist, the most likely are: Whilesomecausesaremoresevere thanothers,aphysiciancan identifyeach.As the body ages, joints become inflamed. Cartilage may wear down, reducing the “buffer” between bones. In some cases, limited blood flow may cause bone tissue death, or necrosis. If you’re experiencing redness, inflammation and immobilized joints, the condition may be severe. What Are The Symptoms? While leg pain is noticeable by a slew of symptoms, several stick out. Aching or stiffness around the hip, groin, back or thigh may be a sign of deeper problems. • Arthritis • Dislocation • Hip fracture • Sprains and strains • Tendonitis • Pinched nerves • Osteoporosis • Cancer
Adecreasedrangeofmotioncanalsobeasignofabigger issue,whichmay later result in hip, knee or leg pain. Sometimes, inactivity can contribute to immobility—and later pain. If you’re limping, lurching or are experiencing bad balance, contact a physician. While somehip,kneeand legpainsgoaway, those lasting longer thanseveralmonths may be hinting at a deeper issue. How Physical Therapy Can Help Inmanycases,physicaltherapycanhelppatients increase legmobility. Indoingso, theycanstretch, flexandstrengthen themusclesresponsible forsupport. Ifa joint appearsdeformed,or ifsuddenswellingoccurs,contactaphysician immediately. A good physical therapy program can assist with post-operation treatment, too. If you’ve undergone treatment for osteoporosis, dislocation or a fracture, your therapistcanhelpyoureclaim fullmobility—andahealthy lifestyle.Fromstart to finish,we’rededicated toyourongoingwellness.Onevery level,physical therapy serves to enhance the patient’s quality of life. We’re here to help, and we have years of experience backing every therapy option. Contact one of our providers today, and tell us about your symptoms. Areyou lettinghip, leg,orkneepainkeepyoudown?CallProfessional Care Physical Therapy to schedule your appointment today!
Sources https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/hip-pain/basics/when-to-see-doctor/sym-20050684 https://www.everydayhealth.com/hip-pain/hip-pain-and-your-body.aspx https://www.health.harvard.edu/pain/knees-and-hips-a-troubleshooting-guide-to-knee-and-hip-pain
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