What is the best remedy for hip pain?

The best remedy for hip pain depends on the cause. Common causes and their treatments include:

•    Minor injury – rest, heat, over-the-counter pain relievers
•    Bursitis – rest, application of cold, pain reliever or anti-inflammatory medicine, cortisone injection
•    Osteoarthritis – rest balanced with gentle exercises, loss of excess weight, pain reliever or anti-inflammatory medicine, cortisone injection, surgery (joint replacement)
•    Rheumatoid arthritis – anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive medicine, exercise

For persistent symptoms, consultation with a physical therapist can be helpful. 

For hip pain accompanied by symptoms that might suggest a serious cause, prompt medical evaluation is warranted. Such symptoms include fever, severe pain after an injury or an inability to walk.