Introduction
Hip and pelvis pain is commonly caused by degenerative arthritis, femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), labral damage, or sacroiliac joint problems. X-ray reports often include terms that can seem complex, but understanding them helps patients know what’s happening in their joint and how to manage it.
This article explains the key X-ray findings, their implications, and non-surgical treatment options available in Singapore.
Common X-ray Findings in Hip & Pelvis Conditions
1. Joint Space Narrowing
What it means: The cartilage between the femoral head and hip socket is thinning.
Implications: Increased friction between bones → pain, stiffness, difficulty walking.
Management: Strengthening exercises through physiotherapy, Regenerix Gold for joint support, HotHeal Therapy for pain, and MRI at The Pain Relief Clinic for detailed assessment.
2. Osteophytes (Bone Spurs)
What it means: Extra bone growths at the edge of the hip joint.
Implications: Can restrict motion and irritate soft tissue.
Management: Shockwave therapy, physiotherapy, HotHeal Therapy, MRI if impingement is suspected.
3. Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)
What it means: Abnormal contact between the femoral head and acetabulum (hip socket).
Implications: Can lead to labral tears and early hip arthritis.
Symptoms: Groin pain, stiffness, clicking with rotation, pain during deep bending.
Management: Physiotherapy to restore hip mechanics, HotHeal or shockwave therapy, MRI to assess cartilage and labral integrity.
4. Labral Calcification / Tear
What it means: Calcium deposits or degenerative changes in the hip labrum.
Implications: Causes clicking, catching, or groin pain.
Management: Shockwave therapy, physiotherapy for stabilization, Regenerix Gold, MRI if diagnosis is unclear.
5. Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Arthrosis
What it means: Degenerative changes in the joint connecting the pelvis to the spine.
Implications: Lower back or buttock pain, especially with standing or walking.
Management: Physiotherapy to strengthen core and pelvic muscles, HotHeal Therapy, shockwave therapy, MRI if pain persists.
6. Acetabular Dysplasia
What it means: Shallow hip socket affecting joint mechanics.
Implications: Increases risk of labral injury and arthritis.
Management: Physiotherapy, Regenerix Gold for joint support, MRI for detailed cartilage assessment.
7. Leg Length Discrepancy
What it means: One leg is shorter than the other.
Implications: Can cause hip, knee, or lower back pain due to uneven mechanics.
Management: Physiotherapy to balance muscles, gait correction, orthotics if needed.
Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Physiotherapy (The Pain Relief Practice): Strengthens hip and core muscles, restores mobility, and corrects gait.
Shockwave Therapy: Reduces chronic pain, particularly from bone spurs or soft tissue irritation.
HotHeal Therapy: Manual therapy combined with radiofrequency to improve circulation and tissue healing.
Regenerix Gold: Nutritional support for cartilage, labrum, and joint protection.
MRI (The Pain Relief Clinic): High-resolution imaging to assess cartilage, labrum, and soft tissues when X-rays are insufficient.
When to Consider an MRI
Persistent hip or pelvis pain despite physiotherapy or conservative care.
Pain or catching sensations during hip rotation.
Suspected labral tear, femoroacetabular impingement, or cartilage damage.
Pre-surgical assessment if non-invasive treatment is insufficient.
Key Takeaway
Hip and pelvis X-ray findings such as joint space narrowing, osteophytes, FAI, labral calcification, sacroiliac arthrosis, acetabular dysplasia, and leg length discrepancy indicate the underlying cause of pain.
Many patients benefit from non-surgical therapies including physiotherapy, shockwave, HotHeal, and Regenerix Gold. MRI at The Pain Relief Clinic provides detailed imaging for precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
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