This article discusses the causes of burning pain in the hip and possible treatment options.
A healthy hip joint allows you to walk, squat, and turn smoothly without pain.
Below are some common causes of hip pain.
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Hip Bursitis
Hip bursitisis one of the most common causes of burning hip pain.
A severe strain may make it difficult to move your hip.
The pain of a strained muscle often feels burning.
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Many hip strains are sports injuries that happen suddenly.
They can also be because of repetitive movements that do gradual damage.
Once you’ve injured a muscle, it’s more likely that you’ll injure it again.
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Femoroacetabular Impingement
Femoroacetabular impingement(FAI)is also known as hip impingement.
It also causes osteoarthritis, which sometimes produces a burning sensation or a deep, aching discomfort.
FAI usually develops from hip deformities or traumatic injury.
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The pain from this can be felt in the groin area and the outer hip.
Its often worse at night and may be mild, moderate, or severe.
This causes numbness and/or burning pain on the outer part of the thigh.
Meralgia paresthetica improves by wearing loose clothing or treating the underlying condition.
If the nerve is pinched for a prolonged period of time it may even cause weakness.
Without the cartilage pad to protect from friction, pain and stiffness set in.
Mild burning sensation of the hip may be resolved through activity modifications, medications, and/or injections.
Together this joint supports the entire weight of the upper body.
Compression of the joint space and inflammation can cause a burning sensation or stiffness in the pelvic region.
An imbalance can lead to mechanical failure of the structures that support the hip such as the labrum.
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The combination of a detailed history, clinical examination, and imaging are used to make an accurate diagnosis.
Treatment
Multiple treatment modalities are used in combination to alleviate or eliminate burning sensation in the hip.
Consistently engaging in health-positive behaviors is key to feeling the full benefits of healthy habits.
The earlier the condition is diagnosed the better the outcomes.
It may have visible swelling and feel warm, as well.
A continued problem may lead to weakness and limited movement.
Walking is often a good exercise for strengthening your hip and the surrounding muscles.
If walking increases your pain, stop and check with your healthcare provider.
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