Hip injuries are the most common cause of functional disability in elderly adults. On average, 20% of adults over age 60 suffer from hip injuries, and this number rises to 40% in adults above age 40 who play sports. But surprisingly, women are more affected than men when it comes to joint hip problems.<\/p>\n
\u201cHip osteoarthritis, Iliotibial Band Syndrome, Hip Dysplasia, Impingement, Hernia, and Hip Fractures are some of the common causes of hip pain in older adults. And among these conditions, women tend to suffer more frequently and severe\u201d, says hip surgeons in Mumbai<\/strong>, including Dr. Chirag Patel<\/a>.<\/p>\n So, why are women more prone to hip problems than men? We deep-dive into this question, based on multiple research studies and found that there are three specific reasons why women tend to suffer more hip problems and, as a result, more hip pain compared to men. Read on to know:<\/p>\n All women are born with a wider pelvis to facilitate childbirth. This structural difference in the hip joint alters the angle at which the thigh bones meet the hip socket. Over time, this change in angle increases the stress on the hip joint, making it more prone to wear and tear compared to men.<\/p>\n \u201cAlso, women\u2019s hip sockets tend to be shallower than men\u2019s, making them more prone to conditions like hip dysplasia and Femoroacetabular impingement, which cause damage to the hip joint over time,\u201d says a hip surgeon in Mumbai, Dr. Chirag Patel.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Women, in general, tend to have more flexible ligaments and joint sides due to hormonal changes. While this flexibility does enhance mobility, it sometimes leads to joint stability issues, making the hip joint more susceptible<\/strong> to instability, strain, and dislocation.<\/p>\n In addition to this, women are more prone to developing osteoporosis, which weakens the bones due to the lack of estrogen after menopause. This weakening makes bones more brittle and increases the risk of fractures – not just in the hip but across the body.<\/p>\n\n
Anatomy Makes Female Hips More Vulnerable<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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Hormonal Changes Weaken Bones and Joints over Time<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n