How to deal with recurrent femoral pain and difficulty walking
Disease description:
I have been experiencing recurring pain in my femur, and every time it hurts, it is especially uncomfortable and makes walking difficult. The pain intensifies even after walking just a few extra steps. This condition has persisted for some time and has seriously affected my life. What should I do? Are there any methods to alleviate the femoral pain and enable me to walk normally again?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Recurrent femoral pain accompanied by difficulty walking may be caused by various factors, including but not limited to femoral head avascular necrosis, femoral neck fracture, femoral tumor, hip arthritis, and others. If this situation occurs, the following measures can be taken:
1. Initial assessment: A detailed medical history and physical examination are necessary to understand the characteristics of the pain, its duration, and the degree of difficulty in walking.
2. Identify the cause: Imaging examinations such as X-ray and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are recommended to determine the exact cause of the femoral pain, such as hip osteoarthritis, knee osteoarthritis, or femoral head avascular necrosis.
3. Mild injuries or inflammation: Conservative treatments such as bed rest, avoiding weight-bearing on the hip joint, and using medications that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis may be adopted.
4. Severe conditions: Serious fractures, necrosis, or tumors may require surgical treatment, such as fracture fixation, joint replacement, or tumor resection.
Patients should avoid excessive activity in daily life to prevent worsening of the condition. Maintaining a reasonable body weight and using walking aids can help reduce the burden on the femur.
