Osteoarthritis is the most common type of hip arthritis. Also called wear-and-tear arthritis or degenerative joint disease, osteoarthritis is characterized by progressive wearing away of the cartilage of the joint.

Signs and Symptoms:

• Pain
• Grating or Popping Sensation
• Crepitus (Crackling)

Testing:

• Plain X-Rays
• Lab Work
• MRI

Diagnosis:

A targeted history and physical examination combined with appropriate testing should help the clinician identify and properly treat this condition.

Treatments:

• Drug Therapy
• Heat and Cold Therapy
• Hip Joint Injection/Arthogram