Q1: Why does my hip sometimes feel unstable?Hip instability may result from labrum tears, tendon injuries, or cartilage damage, which cannot be ruled out without MRI. Q2: Therapy hasn’t helped — should I get MRI?Yes. Persistent instability despite short therapy trials indicates structural damage that MRI can detect for targeted treatment. Q3:...
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Q1: Why does chronic hip pain persist despite therapy?Persistent hip pain may be caused by labrum tears, cartilage damage, bursitis, or tendon injuries, which cannot be diagnosed without MRI. Q2: How does MRI help?MRI identifies the exact structural cause, enabling targeted, evidence-based treatment and avoiding wasted therapy. Q3: Risks of delay...
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Q1: Why does my hip hurt when squatting or bending?Pain may result from labrum tears, cartilage damage, tendon injury, or early arthritis. Therapy alone cannot confirm the diagnosis. Q2: Therapy hasn’t helped — should I get MRI?Yes. Persistent pain despite short therapy trials signals the need for MRI to identify the exact structural problem. ...
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Q1: What causes night-time hip pain?Inflamed labrum, cartilage damage, bursitis, or tendon injuries can flare at rest, causing significant discomfort at night. Q2: Therapy hasn’t resolved symptoms — should I get MRI?Yes. Persistent night pain despite short therapy indicates structural issues requiring MRI for accurate diagnosis and treatment. ...
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Q1: Why does my hip click or pop?Clicking or popping may be caused by labrum tears, loose cartilage, or tendon injuries. These cannot be ruled out without MRI. Q2: Short therapy hasn’t helped — should I get MRI?Yes. MRI identifies structural damage, enabling targeted treatment and preventing chronic hip problems. Q3: Risks of delaying MRI?Unt...
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