HIP ARTHRITIS: Primary arthritis of hip is less common in India. Avascular necrosis, Trauma & Accident, Dysplastic hips are common causes of hip pain. Weight reduction, Regular hip and abck exercises, avoiding impact activities and hip loading by squatting / sitting cross legged will help to reduce pain. |
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1. Side lying abduction: Sleep on one side. Lift the leg with out bending at the knee and keep it still. Then turn on the other side and repeat the process. Repeat 20 times. | |
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2. Trunk Stability - prone straight leg raising: Lie on your stomach and keep a pillow underneath. Lift the leg backwards keeping the knee straight without bending the back. Repeat 20 times. | |
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3. Sideway abdution (standing): Stand straight and lift the leg sideways without bending. Use hands for support and balance. | |
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4. Back extension (standing): stand straight holding some support with two hands. Lift the backwards without bending at knee. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat alternate 20 times.
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