Osteoarthritis of the hip affects up to 33% of people, tends to be more prevalent in males and occurs more commonly with increasing age. Muscular strains around the hip are also very common; research suggests that a particular muscle called the piriformis accounts for one third of all back pain.
Age, Genetics, Obesity , Repetitive, Trauma, Occupations requiring prolonged standing.
Lower limb biomechanical problems
Morton’s foot ( longer second toe)
More prevalent in females between 40 -60
Injury such as a fall onto the buttocks
Muscular irritation from overuse such as prolonged walking or sitting
Walking difficulties and altered gait
Pain is often felt under the kneecap other symptoms may include:
Morning stiffness.
Stiffness following periods of inactivity.
Difficulty dressing, putting on socks and shaving.
Pain in the groin, thigh and buttock.
Pain increases with weight bearing.
Piriformis:
Pain and numbness in the buttock
Piriformis:
Radiating pain down the back of the thigh to the calf or heel
Piriformis:
Back pain
Piriformis:
Pain and numbness in the buttock
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