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Diagnosed With Right Arthritic Hip

I have been diagnosed with right arthritic hip but I am confused because my bone density tests the year before showed an increase in bone density which I attributed to increased exercise and vitamin supplements. I am 60 years of age, had played tennis competitively and often. I am told that there is little to be done but take ibuprofen for pain, exercise, but in time I will need a hip replacement. Is that all ther is? Thanks
Thu, 27 Oct 2016
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Hi First I would like to make it clear to you that arthritis has nothing to do with Bone Density increase as such. Arthritis is an inflammation of the joint causing joint pain and limitation of movements. In early stage pain killers like Ibuprofen help but they cannot be taken for long due to it's side effects. For long term , if the pain prevents you from doing your daily activities it will be better to go for Hip Replacement.
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Diagnosed With Right Arthritic Hip

Hi First I would like to make it clear to you that arthritis has nothing to do with Bone Density increase as such. Arthritis is an inflammation of the joint causing joint pain and limitation of movements. In early stage pain killers like Ibuprofen help but they cannot be taken for long due to it s side effects. For long term , if the pain prevents you from doing your daily activities it will be better to go for Hip Replacement.