Body Parts > Hips

Did you know that the hip joint is the largest joint in the human body? Referred to as a ball and socket joint, they are lined with cushioning tissue called cartilage. It is not uncommon for older generations to start feeling hip pain in the joint area, or even referred pain from the hip down to the thigh and knee. Some symptoms of a hip problem may include:

• Limping
• Reduced range of motion
• Muscle stiffness
• Arthritis