Hip pain

The most common affliction of the hips is arthritis. Early signs include stiffness in the groin and occasional sharp pain on some movements. These can exist for years and not be recognized as the early signs of an impending wear which can be precipitated by a variety of factors: prolonged weight-bearing, excessive strain when young (gymnastics), weakness at birth or during youth and others.

A tight hip will also produce an unequal walking pattern and bring on possible pain in the lower back. Your chiropractor will recognize this pattern and be able to treat and advise you accordingly. This could delay the necessity for a hip replacement which most of us will want to delay for as long as possible.