Get Moving Again With Expert Care from OrthoBethesda Hip Specialists in Bethesda, MD.
When your hip hurts, everyday movements—standing up, bending, turning, walking—can become frustrating fast. You shouldn’t have to plan your life around hip pain. Our hip specialist in Bethesda are here to help you understand what’s really driving the problem—and what to do about it. We treat everything from arthritis and impingement (FAI) to tendon/bursa pain and injuries, with a straightforward approach: clear diagnosis, clear options, and a plan that works for you! The goal is better movement, better days, and a return to the activities that matter most.
Ready to get answers? Book your Bethesda hip appointment today!
Meet Our Orthopedic Hip Specialists
Hip Conditions and Treatments
Hip pain can come from many different causes, so getting the diagnosis right is the first step toward lasting relief. In the Conditions section, you can explore the most common problems we diagnose—like arthritis, labral tears/FAI, bursitis, tendon pain, and injuries. In Treatments, you’ll find the options we use to help you feel and function better, from targeted physical therapy and injections to minimally invasive procedures and hip replacement evaluation when appropriate.
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What’s Causing Your Hip Pain?
Hip pain isn’t one-size-fits-all. It can start suddenly after a fall or injury, or build over time from arthritis, impingement (FAI), a labral tear, or irritation of the tendons and bursa around the joint. That’s why the first step is a precise diagnosis—so your treatment plan is based on the real source of the problem, not guesswork. Our Bethesda hip team uses a focused exam and imaging when needed (often starting with X-rays) to guide the next step.
When to See a Hip Specialist
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting your hip checked:
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Hip pain that lasts more than 2–3 weeks
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Pain with walking, stairs, or getting in and out of a car
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Stiffness, reduced range of motion, or a noticeable limp
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Pain that disrupts sleep
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Clicking, catching, or sharp pain with twisting (often seen with labral/FAI issues)
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Pain after a fall or injury
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You’ve tried rest, ice, medication, or physical therapy and it’s not improving
You don’t have to “push through” until it’s unbearable. The sooner you know what’s driving the pain, the sooner you can choose the right next step—and get back to moving comfortably again.
What to Expect at Your Hip Visit
We keep the process simple and focused—so you leave with clarity.
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Listen: your medical history, symptoms, goals, and what’s been tried
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Targeted exam: gait, range of motion, strength, and hip-specific testing
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Imaging when helpful: often starting with on-site X-rays
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Clear diagnosis: understand what’s causing your hip pain
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Options that fit your life: a plan built around your goals
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Next steps: specific treatment recommendations and follow-up
A Treatment Plan That Matches Your Diagnosis—and Your Goals
Once we know what’s causing your hip pain, we build a plan that fits your goals. We’ll start with the least invasive options that make sense, and only move to procedures or surgery when it’s truly the right next step. The goal is simple: less pain, better movement, and a return to what you enjoy.
Conservative options (when appropriate)
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Activity modification and movement strategy
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Targeted physical therapy (strength, mobility, mechanics)
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Anti-inflammatory strategies when medically appropriate
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Image-guided injections (if offered and appropriate)
Advanced options (when it’s the best next step)
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Minimally invasive hip procedures (like arthroscopy for select labral/FAI cases)
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Hip replacement evaluation for advanced arthritis and functional limitation
The goal is the same to reduce pain, restore function, and help you move confidently again.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I keep exercising with hip pain?
Often yes—with the right modifications. We can guide safer ways to stay active while addressing the cause. Always check with your healthcare provider before beginning any new exercises.
What should I do before my appointment?
Bring prior imaging if you have it, a medication list, and notes on what worsens/relieves pain.
What is FAI (hip impingement)?
FAI occurs when extra bone shape causes abnormal contact in the hip joint. It can contribute to labral tears and pain with pivoting, sitting, or sports.
Do I need an MRI for hip pain?
Not always. Many hip problems can be diagnosed with a history, exam, and X-ray. MRI is used when it changes the plan (labral injury, cartilage issues, occult fracture, etc.).
Is my pain coming from my hip or my back?
Hip pain can be referred from the low back, or come from tendons/bursa around the hip. We evaluate both patterns and use imaging when needed to confirm the source.
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Get Relief from Hip Pain
Contact OrthoBethesda Today!
Don’t wait until hip pain limits your life. Schedule an evaluation with one of our orthopedic hip specialists in Bethesda today and explore treatment options that work for you! Call (301) 530-1010 and schedule your hip consultation today!