Hip Pain for 10 months

[Natalie12345]

Hi there! I've been having hip problems sine last March, I dance ballet as a hobby. Last March, I recognized the pain when I was dancing, I was facing difficulty stretching and ultimately Pain is causing everything, I can't put too much weight on my right side too. My sleeping position has changed since then, I couldn't sleep with my body lay flat on the bed, but I could if I were to place the back of my hip against the wall. It's been quite irritating, and causing insomnia sometimes. Last few weeks, while I was dancing, doing some jumps and leaps, I fell right on my knee as the hip gave way, I guess...since then, I could feel my hips and knees hurt the same time. But I'm not sure what should I do next? I've tried messages but it doesn't help. Do you have any ideas of what it is and what treatments should I seek? Thanks! =)

[philnoir]

It can through compensation -- changing your gait or posture to "favor" the knee can cause additional stress of either hip.

[Natalie12345]

Alright! Will do! Can I ask whether a knee pain could cause hip problems?

[Natalie12345]

Hi there! Thanks for the reply!  
If you would say rest, I've tried resting for maybe 2 weeks or so, the pain went away but came back. I've also attempted using those sprays that minimize the pain while I dance but it doesn't work either ways. Anyways, I will see the doctor if the pain doesn't subside.
Thanks! =)

[philnoir]

Yes, you need to follow up with a doctor.

Traditionally, you'd visit your PCP who will attempt to rule out various problems to make a diagnosis and treat, order diagnostic tests, and treat pain.

If the scope of your complaint is beyond his or her level of care, you'll be provided with a referral to a colleague with expertise in this type of syndrome.

So many athletes believe they can "work through" an injury, when what it really needs is a few weeks rest, especially when the injury involves connective tissue -- tendons, ligaments, cartilage and other areas that have a limited blood supply.

My guess is that you've sustained an injury while dancing or landing and it hasn't had time to heal. Inflammation around a joint causes stiffness and pain, and further aggravation of the injury will continue to produce pain and feed that inflammation. It may be that the continued dancing that is exacerbating the problem. If a cartilage injury is at the center of this trauma, you could be causing further damage.

Remember, this is just my opinion, a guess out of the darkness of ignorance. I know only what you've written about your injury, and that's very little.

Find a good doctor who will help you dance again.

Best wishes.