In osteoarthritis of the hip, the affected leg may appear shorter. The number one symptom is pain. The pain is caused by irritation and pressure on nerve endings as well as muscle tension and fatigue. The pain can progress from mild soreness and aching with movement to severe pain, even when resting. The second symptom is loss of easy movement, such as bending or rising normally.
Morning stiffness is a problem for many people.
This lack of mobility, in turn, often causes the muscles serving the knee or hip to weaken, and overall body coordination suffers. Time-consuming and costly diagnostic procedures are not required. There is no cure for arthritis, but the past decade has seen dramatic new ways to manage the pain, lack of mobility and fatigue that are among its most disabling symptoms. During the early and middle stages, a treatment program of medicines, cortisone shots, ice treatments, exercise, and physical therapy can be very effective in reducing symptoms and improving mobility. There is no evidence that any specific foods will prevent or relieve arthritis symptoms.