Morning struggles with hip arthritis

xrunner
xrunner Member Posts: 1
edited 21. Nov 2024, 14:04 in Living with arthritis

I was diagnosed with hip arthritis in the summer following a scan. It's so painful in the morning that I'm struggling to get to the bathroom. I'm tired all the time but if I rest during the day it's then a struggle again when I get up. Does anyone have any tips on what to do before I get up that will make it less painful. I'm only 54 but first thing I feel like 94. Thanks in advance

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  • claudsl
    claudsl Moderator Posts: 124
    edited 20. Nov 2024, 17:00

    Hi @xrunner and welcome to our online community!

    I'm sorry to hear you are having such a tough time. I think most people would say their pain is at its worst in the morning time. Here's an article from our website which you may find useful.

    What helps hip pain? | Versus Arthritis

    Hopefully others going through the same can give you some more tips on this.

    All the best, Claudia :)

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