Frequently Asked Questions
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What distinguishes Hip OA from other types of arthritis ?
Unlike rheumatoid arthritis which typically occurs in both hips at the same time, hip osteoarthritis may occur in only one hip.
Am I at risk of developing Hip OA ?
According to experts, a person's lifetime risk of acquiring hip arthritis is 25%.
Risk factors include:
● Gender- Postmenopausal women are more at risk of developing hip osteoarthritis than men
● Age-related Your hip joint's cartilage is more likely to have worn out the older you are.
● Obesity -Hips are subjected to greater tension if one is obese or overweight.
● overuse- The risk of developing osteoarthritis is higher in occupations and activities that demand physically demanding repetitive actions on the hip.
● Genetics -Hip arthritis caused by specific autoimmune diseases may run in families.
● Structural abnormalities -Hip dysplasia and impingement, two conditions that result in abnormally formed hip bones, can put inappropriate stress on the cartilage.
● Injury -Arthritis can develop years after a severe injury, including a hip fracture or labral tears.
● Gender- Postmenopausal women are more at risk of developing hip osteoarthritis than men
● Age-related Your hip joint's cartilage is more likely to have worn out the older you are.
● Obesity -Hips are subjected to greater tension if one is obese or overweight.
● overuse- The risk of developing osteoarthritis is higher in occupations and activities that demand physically demanding repetitive actions on the hip.
● Genetics -Hip arthritis caused by specific autoimmune diseases may run in families.
● Structural abnormalities -Hip dysplasia and impingement, two conditions that result in abnormally formed hip bones, can put inappropriate stress on the cartilage.
● Injury -Arthritis can develop years after a severe injury, including a hip fracture or labral tears.
How do I know if I have osteoarthritis ?
To assess if you have hip arthritis, your doctor may use one or more of the following diagnostic techniques:
● Medical history and physical examination
● On an x-ray, there are two key indications of hip osteoarthritis: Deterioration of the articular cartilage that protects the ball and socket surfaces of the hip, the presence of osteophytes or bone spurs.
● MRI and Ultrasound imaging -Doctors can diagnose mild forms of osteoarthritis or locate soft tissue issues in the hip joint with the aid of MRI and ultrasound imaging. It also helps eliminate other possible sources of symptoms like a bone spur
● You can extract and evaluate the inflammation levels in your blood and joint fluids to help identify the type of arthritis you have.
● Medical history and physical examination
● On an x-ray, there are two key indications of hip osteoarthritis: Deterioration of the articular cartilage that protects the ball and socket surfaces of the hip, the presence of osteophytes or bone spurs.
● MRI and Ultrasound imaging -Doctors can diagnose mild forms of osteoarthritis or locate soft tissue issues in the hip joint with the aid of MRI and ultrasound imaging. It also helps eliminate other possible sources of symptoms like a bone spur
● You can extract and evaluate the inflammation levels in your blood and joint fluids to help identify the type of arthritis you have.
How long will the therapy last ?
There is no set amount of time for treatment that can be predicted because it varies on the severity of the illness, the patient's age, genetic predisposition, and inherent constitution. However, the typical duration of Ayurvedic osteoarthritis treatment is two to three weeks.
Can Ayurveda help me avoid hip replacement surgery ?
Without a doubt, yes. Most individuals who have been advised to have complete hip replacement surgery due to severe osteoarthritis can avoid it thanks to the panchakarma treatments and herbal medications used in Ayurvedic cervical hip pain treatment. All those undergoing therapy will unquestionably have better lives.
Is it possible to cure hip osteoarthritis ?
No, Osteoarthritis is a chronic disease that cannot be cured. However, with Ayurveda, we can effectively stop their progress and improve the condition.
Since they are manufactured from effective and natural herbs that address the underlying cause of arthritis, ayurvedic medicines can treat them. It balances the vata doshas while removing ama doshas from the body. In addition to herbs, there are many more therapies that can be used to treat osteoarthritis. Ayurveda can aid with chronic conditions to enhance the general quality of life and facilitate better mobility.
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