Having hip and thigh pains.....

[Thor Jr]

I dont know about you guys but in the past few months my hips and surrounding areas have been aching a lot. Now i believe i may have fucked to much in 2017:high5:, cause its the only thing i can remember doing that its actually a work out for me, you see, i am not a minute man, i can fuck for a long time, not sure why but it takes me a bit to finish, and im not complaining at all here, just trying to find out why my hip area has been aching, its becoming a problem, especially when forced to sit for periods at a time and also up and down steps.

I know im not a youngster anymore but still active in a lot of ways, roller blading, bike rides and my favorite, golf (weather permitting) and i also like water parks, la ronde and of course tree climbing.

Anyway, i was wondering if anyone else is over doing it in the bedroom(or whatever room you like) and having similar issues, im going to the spa this week and getting a massage and going to just use the facilities there and see if it helps any.

 

[luvdozer]

Osteoarthritis - hello hip replacement

 

[EagerBeaver]

I was thinking same, osteoarthritis. Thor Jr. I would also suggest a visit to your primary care physician to determine if a bone density scan might be in order. This will determine if you have osteopenia or osteoporosis. I have the former, however in my non dominant forearm and not hips or thigh or back. This was determined to be more likely related to chronic prednisone use, than age related changes. I also recently had cervical x Rays which determined I have stenosis in my cervical spine. Not a surprise since my father has the same. Totally congenital. Symptoms are not real bad but occasionally my neck hurts. I have had two rounds of physical therapy when the neck pain flared, and it worked fantastically! They put my head in a cervical traction unit- like a vice grip on your head. It feels like your head is being slowly pulled off your neck, but really helps stretch out and relax the muscles! Your PCP may also give you a scrip for PT.

 

[Stoo]

Consider having an orthotic specialist have a look... preferably a an actual Doctor. As we get older, if your "gait" is off, it's often felt in your hips, knees etc. The "cure" is often as simple as a pair of orthotic footbeds in your shoes.

In my case, decades of long-distance running took it's toll. If I don't wear orthotics, my arches get sore, as do my hips, but eventually my back and even neck get wonky. The orthotics realign everything, but I need to replace them every two or three years.

The advantage of having these prescribed by a Doctor is that you may have a plan that will cover the cost. Good ones are expensive... like $750.

I don't think fucking would mess up your hips... lower back for sure, but not your hips.

 

[Sol Tee Nutz]

I have had hip and leg pains and found out one of my legs was shorter than the other one, had that corrected by a shoe lift and after time it got better. Had a knee problem a few months ago, the lady I was staying with is into the oils, she put some peppermint oil and some other ( I forget which one ) and the next morning the pain was gone. Not sure if it was just by chance or if the oils did work.
Get a x-ray to see if your spine is lined up right, it does make a big difference.

 

[Thor Jr]

Thanks for all your input guys, much appreciated, i am going for a check up with an orthopedic, that should answer a lot of questions i hope.

 

[luvdozer]

I will say if it is osteoarthritis and you will eventually need a hip replacement, it will seem overwhelming and gruesome but it will change your life and your only regret will be waiting. I am happy to share more if that is your diagnosis

 

[hungry101]

You have come to the right place for medical advice (LOL). Is it on the inside (groin area)? This is indicative of arthritis. Have your Dr take an X-ray to confirm loss of cartilage. Is it on the outside? I am having this too. It could be bursitis or it could be the IT bands that go down your side. It could be your hips are out of alignment. Go see a Dr. Get referred to a physical therapist. Get a masseuse that can do deep tissue.

 

[harwell1690]

I recommend yoga or more generally stretching. Hot yoga (you have to bring and drink a lot of water).

If you stretch out reasonably (a bit at a time...don't go too fast)....it will help. You might still need a hip replacement, but I would definitely try it first. (I should do yoga more.)

One story. So, I am going to the hot yoga sessions. All kinds of bodies. I don't know what the f*** I'm doing and they are saying things. So, I watch someone and try to follow slowly. Awkward. The awkwardness did not stop me at all.

Then one day, the only person I can see to follow is this beautiful young woman in front of me. Honest to God, she was so beautiful! And I HAD to watch her...I mean just to do the yoga positions. But I also HAD to watch her. Frankly, it was too f***ing distracting. Too beautiful. I was in awe of her body (I like women's bodies in general...hers was a damn Leonardo da Vinci!) Whoa! I just wanted to sit there and watch her. I did not get an obvious boner (we, and esp I, were sweating like pigs). But I had....thoughts. Still remember her.... fondly.

Turned out she was a yoga instructor at the place.

Never saw her again (yet).

Back to the subject. Stretching can help.
Similar to that....going things that help your body do its natural thing (eg, not with one leg longer)... usually helps. Being too tight when you do anything (eg, sex) will often lead to pain the next day.

Another thing is chemicals. Flush out the bad stuff (lots of water). Add new stuff (hard to know for you, ... vitamins, potassium, zinc maybe.... ) can help too.
When you get older you must more consciously enable your body to "come back" after exercise. Water is actually big! Swelling is also a key issue. Water is big for two reasons. First, you need enough (and you lose it when you exercise or just breathe) and, second, water helps flush out the bad stuff (dang, I used to know...the chems that results from exercise that need to be flushed out....).

Hope that helps.

Oh, before ANY surgery...I would at least try a Physical Therapist. They know all kinds of tricks to help you. Things you would never think of. Easy Ex: They would check check that your legs are the same length. They have done many miracles for me. Not every PT is equal though.

Oh: I second hungry101 re massage. Try that too. A good masseuse can do wonders.

Careful going to a surgeon first. They WANT to do surgery.

Good luck!

 

[EagerBeaver]

I think hot yoga is also called bikrim. It’s basically yoga in a steamroom or sauna. Bikrim requires a room with at least 40% humidity. If it’s less it’s just hot yoga.

 

[luvdozer]

Yoga and cleansing will do nothing for osteoarthritis. Physical therapy can strengthen the muscles around the degenerative joint and may delay the need for surgery, but nothing stops the deterioration of cartilage. When it goes, you have bone on bone and constant pain. Stretching has no impact on the inside of the hip joint. If it is osteoarthritis, then he end point is hip replacement no matter what. It's just a matter of pain and time.

 

[EagerBeaver]

With regard to osteoarthritis, sadly that is true. My mother has terrible osteoarthritis in her knees. She had one knee replaced and it didn’t ameliorate the situation, which in fact worsened. Now they are injecting synvisc into the joints. I took the deposition of an orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee surgery and he testified that these injections are like “putting oil in a car engine”, designed to maintain ambulatory function with minimal pain. Not sure what if any injections can be done for osteoarthritis of the hip. Unfortunately in my mother’s case she now has trouble putting weight on the knees- bone to bone situation, as luvdozer mentioned. My mother’s pain is rather bad, and she is a fairly petite woman who isn’t carrying a lot of weight on her knees. Thor Jr. may have to be mindful of adding weight as he gets older, which will worsen any degenerative arthritis situation.

 

[LeafsSuck]

Yoga and cleansing will do nothing for osteoarthritis. Physical therapy can strengthen the muscles around the degenerative joint and may delay the need for surgery, but nothing stops the deterioration of cartilage. When it goes, you have bone on bone and constant pain. Stretching has no impact on the inside of the hip joint. If it is osteoarthritis, then he end point is hip replacement no matter what. It's just a matter of pain and time.

This is what my doctor told me (I have arthritis in my hips). He seems to want to delay the hip replacement as I am only 50. Plus the pain is not bad, I just can't play sports anymore. Did I just say I am only 50 FUCK am I old!!!!

 

[luvdozer]

I had my hip replaced at 49. If the cartilage goes, the hip needs to be replaced. The surgery is easy and recovery fast. Waiting is foolish because it just means living with pain.

 

[amazona]

I use to be a boxer as you know most boxers develope leg pain because of a lot of movement.and about 11 years ago got involved in a car acceident after many month of treatments and physio still had massive knee and thigh pain.took all kind of pain killer .a friend of mine recomended special essential oil .I did try it and yes a swear by.it is best $100 I have ever spend.a lot of different essential oil around just be carful 90 percent doesn't work.if you are intrested pm me and I will me more than happy if I can help.