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Hip Joint Clicks, Locks, or Snapping Hip – Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

Hip Joint Clicks, Locks, or Snapping Hip – Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

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Hip Joint Clicks, Locks, or Snapping Hip – Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
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Hip Joint Clicks, Locks, or Snapping Hip – Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment at Emirates Hospitals Group

Overview

This condition involves audible or palpable snapping in the hip during movement, sometimes causing pain.

Causes:

  • Tight Tendons or Muscles – Common in athletes or dancers.
  • Labral Tears or Hip Impingement – Damage to cartilage inside the joint.
  • Hip Dysplasia or Arthritis – Structural abnormalities or inflammation.

Diagnosis:

  • Physical Examination – Assesses range of motion and symptoms.
  • Imaging (X-ray, MRI, or Ultrasound) – Identifies structural problems.

Treatment Options:

  • Physical Therapy & Stretching – Improves flexibility and reduces symptoms.
  • Pain Management – NSAIDs or corticosteroid injections.
  • Surgery – If caused by labral tears or impingement.

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