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Arthritis

Hip Arthritis Treatment in Ronceverte, WV

Hip osteoarthritis causes groin pain, limited range of motion, and difficulty with basic activities. Dr. Stapleton guides patients from initial management through hip replacement.

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Common Signs & Symptoms

  • !Groin, hip, or thigh pain
  • !Morning stiffness
  • !Limp or antalgic gait
  • !Difficulty putting on shoes
  • !Sleep-disrupting pain
  • !Grinding with movement

What Causes This?

  • Cartilage wear over decades
  • Prior hip conditions — developmental dysplasia, Perthes
  • Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI)
  • Prior fracture or trauma
  • Avascular necrosis

Treatment Approaches

Activity Modification & PT

Low-impact exercise and strengthening manage mild to moderate arthritis.

Corticosteroid Injection

Image-guided hip injection for pain relief.

Total Hip Replacement

Gold standard for severe hip arthritis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does hip arthritis pain occur?

Classic hip arthritis pain is in the groin. Outer hip pain is more often bursa or IT band.

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