ICD 10 Code For Right Hip Pain

Just like you, several people are seeking information about the ICD 10 Code for right hip pain. Having knowledge about this code gives you the opportunity to also understand the causes and treatments. The ICD 10 Code for right hip pain is M25.551.

To make it clear, this ICD 10 code for right hip pain is the American version of this code and it came into existence on October 1, 2018. We had to make the origin clear because there are other international versions of the code that varies with this..

Hoping you are clear with the ICD 10 code for right hip pain. The rest of this post will teach you a bit about the causes, management, and treatment of right hip pain. It promises to be interesting and worth the read.

What is right hip pain?

The hip is the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs. Right hip pain is a common complaint that can be caused by a variety of problems. The hip is made up of cartilage that allows the hip to move freely and tissues that produce fluids that lubricate the joint. The pain can affect any of the parts of the hip ranging from the cartilage to the bones.

Causes of right hip pain

Right hip pain can be caused by several factors. The hip is prone to several types of injuries ranging from mild to severe pain.

Some of the causes of the right hip pain are:

1.  Bursitis

Bursitis is the swelling and inflammation of the cushion-like fluid-filled sac that keeps the joints, tendons, and muscles from rubbing directly against the bone. The pain increases with walking, climbing of stairs, or any activity that causes the tendon to move over the bone. It is more prevalent in people over 60 years.

2.  Hip Labral Tear

A hip labral tear is damage to the cartilage that surrounds the bony edge of the socket in the pelvis. The tear results from when a part of the labrum pulls away from the socket due to the repetitive trauma to the hip, running or repeated twist of the joint, and cutting.

3.  Hip Fracture

This is a break in the top of the thigh bone called the femur. A hip fracture may occur after a fall or a direct blow to the hip. It could occur at any age but more frequent with the elderly because the bones get more brittle and less dense as we age.

4.  Lateral Hip Pain

Lateral hip pain refers to pain on the side of the hip, as opposed to the front or back of the hip. It is caused by repeated friction and compression of tendons.

5.  Trochanteric bursitis

Trochanteric bursitis caused lateral hip pain that spreads to the thigh and knee. The pain is worse when sleeping on the affected hip and going through exercises that involve the pelvic, walking, running or other physical activities.

6.  Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)

In femoroacetabular impingement, abnormal bony growths develop around the hip joint. These growths can restrict movement and eventually cause tears of the labrum and hip osteoarthritis. The pain is mostly felt when you try standing after sitting for a long period.

7.  Dislocation

A dislocation occurs when the ball at the top of the thigh bone ‘femur’ slips out of its original position. It causes severe pain and inability to move the leg. It usually takes a major hit or fall to cause dislocation.

8.  Tendonitis

Tendonitis is the inflammation of the cords ‘tendons’ that attach the muscles to the bones. The cause is as a result of frequent repetitive strain or over-use of the tendons

9.  Hip Arthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of hip arthritis. It is characterized by the progressive wearing away of the protective cartilage in the joint. This causes inflammation and severe pain in the region.

10.  Hip Osteonecrosis

Hip osteonecrosis is the inadequate supply of blood to the hip joint causing a decrease in the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the bone. This makes the bone susceptible to collapse.

Symptoms of right hip pain

There are several symptoms depending on the cause of the pain. In this section, we have grouped the symptoms as such to make it easier to understand.

Signs and symptoms of dislocation of the right hip

• The patient will be in severe pain
• The patient will be unable to move their right leg
• May not be able to move their right foot or ankle area

Signs and Symptoms right hip Osteonecrosis

• Aching pain in the groin
• Pain with movement of the right hip
• Difficulty in walking or limping

Signs and Symptoms of Right Hip arthritis

• Pain during activities
• Pain in the groin, thigh, and knee
• Stiffness of the hip

Signs and Symptoms of right hip fracture

• Inability to move
• The right injured leg is shorter than the left uninjured leg
• The right injured leg can rotate away or towards from the uninjured leg

Signs and Symptoms of Tendonitis

• Pain which worsens with movement of the right hip
• A lump may develop along the tendon
• A feeling that the tendon is cracking or grating as it moves

Managing Right Hip Pain

When you notice that you are experiencing pain in your right hip, there are a few measures you can take to properly manage the situation. These will help reduce the pain and lead you by hand to treatment. They include:

• Avoid activities that make the pain worse such as energetic exercises, running down a hill, etc.
• Wear flat shoes and avoid standing for long periods.
• Visit a physiotherapist for muscle-strengthening exercises and care.

Treatment of Right Hip Pain

There are various steps you can take to treat right hip pain. You can handle most of them by yourself at home, but when the home remedies don’t work, you need to visit a physician.

• Use of pain killers such as paracetamol and ibuprofen brings relief to the affected area.
• Rest of the right hip, mild exercise and resistance exercise can reduce pain and improve mobility.
• Use of ice pack of the affected area surely brings a relief.
• Total hip replacement is one of the common hip surgery, it is the removal of the damaged hip which is replaced with a prosthesis of metals, ceramic and plastic components.
• Hip resurfacing is the reshaping and fitting with metal covering that fits into the socket, it is an alternative for a total hip replacement for young and active people.

ICD 10 Code for Right Hip Pain- Wrap Up

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