Sir Alex Ferguson faces hip surgery that’ll require three months of recuperation, says
The Mirror.
This would have left the 71-year-old out of action for the start of Manchester United's title defence at the start of next season, which is why he’s stepped down as manager.
And hip surgery’s becoming increasingly common.
The reason?
Joint replacement like hip surgery usually only becomes an option when hip
pain and loss of function become so severe that other forms of treatment no longer relieve the
pain, says
ShareCare.
But your doctor will first use X-rays to look at the bones and cartilage in your hip to see whether they are damaged and to make sure that the pain isn't coming from somewhere else.
Don’t limit your ‘hip pain’ search to your hip area…
Because hip pain is not just limited in the hip but may also be bothersome in the thigh, buttock, knee or groin, says
FDA Reports.
Luckily, you can take action to strengthen all your joints and prevent the need for hip surgery.
In fact, it’s been proven that tender knee joints can be soothed with cartilage rebuilt and further knee joint deterioration in your joints halted just by making a simple change to your diet, says Antoinette Pombo on
FSP Health.
That’s because calcium, vitamin D and vitamin K can strengthen your bones and prevent fractures later in life.
The ultimate diet to enhance your joint strength throughout the day…
So you can add more calcium from dairy products like yoghurt and cheese at breakfast time.
You can also add some vitamin D by adding eggs to your meal.
Then, go for oily fish like salmon or sardines for lunch, as this is a top way to get more vitamin D, says
GlobalHealingCentre.
Lastly, don’t forget to top up on vitamin K with a salad of tomatoes and leafy green vegetables like spinach for supper.
It’s a healthy, tasty diet that’ll keep your joints supple and possibly prevent the need for hip surgery down the line.
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