Alternative ways in treating hip pain besides undergoing a hip replacement procedure are being sought after by patients, health surveys show, this may be a result of the increasing reports regarding the failure of hip implant. Hip osteoarthritis methods of treatment may be different from each other, according to the article from the Formulary, they may be pharmacologic or non-pharmacologic in nature. There is still no known cure for osteoarthritis, however, it remains to be the most common kind of arthritis.
Many researches have been made to understand, treat and eventually prevent the occurrence of osteoarthritis. The treatments vary but they all act together. A hip replacement procedure may not be the first options because it requires the damaged hip to be removed. Patients who are looking for other alternatives have tried various treatments such as ice massage, herbal medications, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), acupuncture and supplements. Further studies are being conducted to know the risks and benefits of using such treatments in treating hip pain. The pain might worsen if the problem is left untreated, it may even cause further damage to the hip.
- Acupuncture – this treatment uses very thin needles being inserted in specific points in the body. It was first used by ancient Chinese.
- TENS – an analgesic effect is created by the use of electrical current placed on the damaged area. In some cases, the physical therapist may stimulate specific nerves in various acupuncture points which then creates the electroacupuncture treatment.
- Ice massage – the cold helps in decreasing the pain and swelling of the joints.
- Supplements – the symptoms of osteoarthritis were found to be lessened by some nutrients. Cetylated fatty acids, avocado/soybean unsaponifiables (ASUs), S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine are only a few of the natural treatments that are available for men and women who are suffering from arthritic hips.
- Herbal medications – these medications are made from natural herbs but there only a few are approved for use with significant data to back up their positive effects.
It is important to consult the attending physician first before using any of the abovementioned treatments as there might be some contraindications. The risks and benefits of a hip replacement surgery is also discussed at the http://www.hiprecallnewscenter.com
URL References:
med.nyu.edu/content?ChunkIID=21505#ref204
umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/condition/osteoarthritis
orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=a00404
formularyjournal.modernmedicine.com/formulary-journal/news/clinical/clinical-pharmacology/osteoarthritis-review-treatment-options
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