Hip Dysplasia

Hip dysplasia is a congenital or over time acquired malformation of the acetabulum. It occurs in about 4% of all newborns and is more common in girls than in boys. Statistically, hip dysplasia tends to occur on the right side.

There is no exact cause for this. Hereditary factors, a malposition in the womb or years of incorrect weight bearing are usually responsible for the development. In isolation, hip dysplasia does not necessarily have to be painful or disruptive, but if it is not treated, it can lead to severe consequential damage and often to disability, with massive restrictions for those affected.

The problems are caused by the fact that the femur does not find a proper hold in the malformed acetabulum. In the worst case, hip luxation can even occur. This means that the entire thigh bone jumps out of the joint.Which therapy is chosen for treatment depends on the severity and cause of the hip dysplasia. Both conservative and surgical methods are available.

Hip pain on the left side

If the hip pain is restricted to the left side, this can have various causes. Often it is tense muscles or connective tissue that cause pain to the affected person. The pain is often described as dull or sore muscles and can usually be localized exactly. If the hip joint itself is affected or a bursa is inflamed, the pain is often sharp and radiates into surrounding areas.

Hip pain when running

Many people have problems or pain in their hips when walking. This can manifest itself in a very strong pain that decreases during the course of the day, a permanent rubbing sensation in the hip while running or even a pulling pain with every step. All these types of pain can have different causes.

It is not uncommon for hip pain to be confused with other conditions, such as ligament problems in the knee or thigh, or problems in the spine. Common triggers for the development of these problems are incorrect footwear, incorrect weight-bearing or poor general fitness. In the case of hip pain when running, one can differentiate between mild and more serious causes.

Among the more benign causes of hip pain are the so-called runner’s knee, an inflammation of the bursa of the hip or problems with the piriformis muscle, which is responsible for the rotation of the hip joint and is located at the back of the hip. Have you been diagnosed with a problem in the piriformis muscle? More serious conditions include a herniated disc, inflammation of the lower spine or hip osteoarthritis.

If you suffer from hip arthrosis, you can learn more about targeted physiotherapy here: Physiotherapy for hip arthrosis. The more serious diseases include a herniated disc, inflammation of the lower spine or hip arthrosis. If you suffer from hip arthrosis, you can learn more about targeted physiotherapy here: Physiotherapy for hip arthrosis.