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Hip pain when sleeping
Have pain in the hip joint
I feel discomfort in my hip joint
Hip aches when I walk
Hip pain worsens when I sleep
Hip joint pain whenever I go for a stroll
Pain in the right hip
Pain in the left hip
Hip aches when resting
Sleeping is difficult because of hip pain
Every step causes my hip to hurt
Crotch (hip joint) pain
About the Symptom
Pain in the hip can be on either or both sides, or deep within the joint. The pain may be pressing, sharp or dull in nature.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Disorder of consciousness
- Recent weight loss
- Recent fall
- Repeated fever above 38 ℃
- Numbness / sensory disorder
- Swelling of the affected area
- Low back pain
- Back pain
- Impossible to walk normally
Possible Causes
Generally, Hip pain can be related to:
- Femoral Head Necrosis
A condition where the top of the hip bone is damaged and dies due to poor blood supply. It can be caused by direct injury to the bone (e.g., a fracture or dislocation) or indirect injury (e.g., alcohol, smoking, medications, or radiotherapy).
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Polymyalgia rheumatica is a chronic, inflammatory disorder of unknown cause. It typically affects women more than men over the age of 50. Classic symptoms include pain in the neck, shoulders, hips, upper arms and thighs.
- Lumbar Vertebrae Disk Herniation
Also known as a slipped disc, this condition is characterized by injury to the cushioning discs between the spinal bones in the lower back (lumbar vertabrae) that causes the disc to bulge outward or rupture. The disc bulge puts pressure on adjacent nerves, which causes pain, leg weakness, or numbness. Poor posture, exercising with incorrect form, or occasionally benign non-lifting movement are some possible causes of this disorder.
- Osteonecrosis
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Spinal Canal Stenosis
- Piriformis Syndrome
- Neuropathic Pain
Related Serious Diseases
Sometimes, Hip pain may be related to these serious diseases:
- Femoral Neck Fracture
A break in the proximal femur at the level of the hip. This fracture is associated with a high risk of complications
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Are you experiencing hip pain?
- Which of the following best describes how your hip pain appeared?
- When did you first notice your hip pain?
- On a scale of 1 to 10, how severe was your hip pain at its worst?
- Does your hip hurt when you walk?
Reviewed By:
Kent C Doan, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr Doan Graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and completed residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Colorado. He completed additional fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the prestigious Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado. He is a practicing Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in complex and revision knee and shoulder surgery at the Kansas City Orthopedic Institute. He also holds an assistant professorship at the University of Kansas City.
Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
Content updated on Feb 6, 2025
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Constant Hip Pain? Why Your Hip Is Aching & Medically Approved Steps
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Constant hip pain often stems from treatable issues like osteoarthritis, bursitis, tendon or muscle strain, labral tears, sciatica, inflammatory disease, or a fracture; warning signs needing urgent care include sudden severe pain after a fall, inability to bear weight, fever, redness or warmth, or new numbness or weakness. Medically approved steps include relative rest while staying active, ice or heat, safe use of OTC anti inflammatories, physical therapy, weight management, supportive footwear, and if needed injections or surgery, with diagnosis guided by exam and imaging. There are several factors to consider; see complete guidance below to understand key symptoms, timing, and the right next steps for your care.
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* Janowski, J., et al. Extra-articular Snapping Hip Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery. 2023 Feb;39(2):541-551. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2022.09.020. PMID: 36243285.
* Frank, J. M., et al. Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Diagnosis and Management. Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. 2015 Mar;23(3):141-50. doi: 10.5435/JAAOS-D-14-00169. PMID: 25684231.
* Fearon, A. M., et al. Greater trochanteric pain syndrome: a review of the current evidence. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy. 2018 Jun;48(6):411-432. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2018.8173. PMID: 29709265.
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