Hip And Knee Pain
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Ross Medical Group
Family Medicine, Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy in Miami, FL
Your hip and knee joints are some of the strongest joints in your body, supporting your weight with every step you take. But because of the amount of stress they endure, your hips and knees are prone to injury and pain. If you’re experiencing hip or knee pain, David A. Ross, MD, the sports medicine specialist at Ross Medical Group in Miami, can evaluate your joint and provide the most appropriate treatment to help you get relief from your discomfort. For management of your hip or knee pain, call the office today or book an appointment online.
Hip and Knee Pain Q & A
What causes hip pain?
Hip pain is a common complaint that can develop from a number of causes. Common conditions that lead to hip pain include:
- Hip bursitis
- Sports hernias
- Muscle sprains and strains
- Arthritis
- Sciatica
- Tendinitis
Hamstring injuries can also lead to hip pain. Your hamstring is the muscle that runs down the back of your leg from your buttocks to the top of your knee. You may be at risk of a hamstring injury if you play a sport that requires sprinting, such as soccer or basketball, that can cause a strain of the muscle.
What causes knee pain?
Like hip pain, knee pain is also very common and develops from a number of causes ranging from injury to underlying general medical conditions.
Common causes of knee pain include:
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Also referred to as runner’s knee, patellofemoral pain syndrome is a condition that causes you to feel pain at the front of your knee or kneecap. Overuse and muscle imbalance may increase your risk of this type of knee pain.
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries
ACL injuries refer to a tear in one of the four ligaments that hold your shinbone to your thighbone. You may be at risk of an ACL injury if you play a sport that requires a quick change in direction, such as soccer or basketball.
Other common causes of knee pain include arthritis, dislocation of the knee, or torn meniscus. You may also develop knee pain if you have an injury to your hip that causes you to change your gait.
What treatments can improve my hip or knee pain?
Dr. Ross develops a personalized treatment plan to help improve your hip or knee pain based on the underlying cause. Ross Medical Group is a full-service medical practice that offers many advanced treatments in-house, including ultrasound-guided injections and diagnostic services.
Your treatment may include:
- Medication to reduce pain and inflammation
- Joint injections
- Bracing and splinting
- Platelet-rich plasma
Dr. Ross may also refer you to the in-house physical therapy department for a personalized exercise program and therapeutic modalities that help minimize pain.
Hip and knee pain are common complaints but can be evaluated and treated to reduce your discomfort so you can get back to doing what you love. For expert care of your hip or knee pain, call Ross Medical Group today or book an appointment online.