The more severe your arthritis unfortunately the less effective this can be.
Physiotherapy can be beneficial even if you ultimately require surgery because pre-operative physio “Pre-hab” helps you recover faster.
Exercises focus on strength, stability, range of motion and pain management
It can be difficulty losing weight through exercise given how painful your arthritic hip may be.
Lower weight can mean less force through your arthritic joint and therefore less pain.
Dr Connon works with local GPs and dieticians to optimise your diet to help reduce your hip pain.
Low impact aerobic activity is encouraged for your hip health, general health and mental wellbeing. You may need to alter which exercise you do – switch running for swimming or cycling for example.
If pain is affecting your quality of life significantly despite trying the techniques above, talk to Dr Connon about whether we are able to improve your symptoms with surgery.