Hip Pain Management Made Easy With Sujok Therapy

Hip joint pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, like accidents, common injuries, degenerative changes, and arthritis. Its severity can range from mild discomfort to severe pain that interferes with daily activities.

Symptoms

• The most common symptom is pain in the hip joint. It can be sharp, stabbing, or a dull ache

• Difficulty in moving the hip joint, especially after resting

• Inflammation in and around the hip joint can cause swelling

• Range of motion can get reduced

• Some people may experience a grinding or clicking sensation during hip movement

Causes

• In osteoarthritis cartilage in the hip joint can break down

• Rheumatoid arthritis causes inflammation and pain in the joints

• Hip fractures or trauma, such as a fall or injury

• Problem in the tendon of hip joint

• Muscle strain by overusing it

Home Remedies

• Maintaining a healthy weight can reduce stress on the hip joint

• Give your hip joint time to heal by avoiding activities that exacerbate the pain

• Apply ice packs to reduce inflammation, followed by heat packs

• Yoga therapy and Low-impact exercises can improve joint flexibility and strengthen surrounding muscles

• A physio therapy and joint supplements can be beneficial

Sujok Therapy

You can massage or apply two round seeds on highlighted areas (see figure) on the sides of your hands. You can also apply red colour with seeds. Do this for seven days.

Along with above remedies, you can consult with a healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment if pain continues.

(Rajshree Vora is an obesity consultant, dietitian and nutritionist, Sujok therapist, counsellor, and yoga therapist. You can write to her at enquiry@rajshreeyoga.com)