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  1. Hip and Leg Pain: Common Causes & Treatments - Healthline

    • Mild hip and leg pain can make its presence known with every step. Severe hip and leg pain can be debilitating.
      Five of the most common causes of hip and leg p… See more

    Tendinitis

    Your hip is your largest ball-and-socket joint. When the tendons that attach the muscles to … See more

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    Arthritis

    Arthritis refers to an inflammation of your joints. When the cartilage tissue that normally absorbs the shock on joints during physical activity begins to deteriorate, you may be expe… See more

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    Dislocation

    Dislocations commonly result from a blow to the joint that causes the ends of the bones to shift from their usual position.
    One of the more common ways a hip dislocates i… See more

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    Bursitis

    Hip bursitis is referred to as trochanteric bursitis and occurs when the fluid-filled sacs on the outside of your hips become inflamed.
    Causes of hi… See more

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  1. What are the possible causes of aches in legs and hips?

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    Dr. Arshad ArfinGeneral physician · 2 years of exp

    Aches in the legs and hips can result from various causes, each requiring attention. Common reasons include muscle strain, often due to overuse or sudden increases in physical activity, leading to discomfort. Joint issues, such as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, can cause stiffness and pain in these areas. Tendinitis, which involves inflammation of the tendons, may result from repetitive motions, particularly in the hips. Sciatica, caused... Read more

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  2. Aches in legs and hips can be caused by various factors12:
    • Wear and tear or overuse
    • Injuries
    • Health conditions in joints, bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, nerves, or other soft tissues
    • Problems in the lower spine
    • Blood clots
    • Varicose veins
    • Poor blood flow
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    Most leg pain results from wear and tear or overuse. It also can result from injuries or health conditions in joints, bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, nerves or other soft tissues. Some types of leg pain can be traced to problems in your lower spine. Leg pain also can be caused by blood clots, varicose veins or poor blood flow.
    www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/leg-pain/basics/ca…
    Leg pain can be an irritating side effect of many different injuries or conditions. More common sources of leg pain include muscle cramps, injury, blood clots, and certain medical conditions that can cause general pain and discomfort. Leg pain can be acute (temporary) or chronic (ongoing).
     
  3. 15 Conditions That Can Cause Leg Pain - WebMD