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Hip Osteoarthritis (Coxarthrosis) Prevention

Hip Osteoarthritis (Coxarthrosis) Prevention

Coxarthrosis is a serious degenerative disease of the hip joint in which cartilage tissue gradually breaks down, joint surfaces become deformed, and mobility is reduced.

The main danger of the condition lies in its slow but progressive nature. Without proper prevention and treatment, coxarthrosis can lead to significant movement limitations and a reduced quality of life.

What Is Coxarthrosis?

Coxarthrosis is a disease of the hip joint characterized by:

  • Degeneration of joint cartilage
  • Deformation of joint surfaces
  • Formation of bone spurs (osteophytes)
  • Reduced joint mobility
  • Chronic pain development

Types of Coxarthrosis

Modern medicine distinguishes two main forms of the disease:

  • Primary coxarthrosis — develops as an independent condition
  • Secondary coxarthrosis — develops as a complication of other diseases or injuries

Additional types include:

  • Post-traumatic coxarthrosis
  • Dysplastic coxarthrosis
  • Age-related (involutional) coxarthrosis
  • Hormone-related coxarthrosis
  • Post-infectious coxarthrosis
  • Toxic coxarthrosis
  • Idiopathic coxarthrosis

Causes of Coxarthrosis

The most common factors contributing to the development of coxarthrosis include:

  • Age-related changes
  • Excessive stress on the joints
  • Excess body weight
  • Physical inactivity
  • Hip joint injuries
  • Impaired blood supply to the joint
  • Congenital joint abnormalities
  • Professional sports-related overload

As people age, cartilage gradually loses elasticity, causing the joint to wear out more quickly and increasing the risk of inflammation and structural damage.

Symptoms of Coxarthrosis

In the early stages, patients may experience:

  • Discomfort in the hip joint area
  • Leg fatigue
  • Stiffness of movement
  • Pain after physical activity

As the disease progresses, symptoms may include:

  • Significant pain while walking
  • Reduced mobility
  • Changes in gait
  • Limping
  • Reduced ability to move independently

Preventing Coxarthrosis

Prevention is especially important for older adults and individuals who place increased stress on their joints.

Recommended preventive measures include:

  • Maintaining a healthy body weight
  • Avoiding excessive joint loading
  • Avoiding heavy lifting without proper preparation
  • Limiting prolonged standing or sitting
  • Performing regular joint exercises
  • Maintaining proper posture and physical activity

What to Avoid

If signs of coxarthrosis are present, it is important to avoid:

  • Sudden movements
  • Excessive physical strain
  • Exercising through pain
  • Prolonged standing
  • Lifting heavy objects

Nutrition for Joint Health

To support healthy joints, a balanced diet should include foods rich in:

  • Protein
  • Vitamins
  • Minerals
  • Nutrients that support cartilage health

Proper nutrition helps maintain healthy metabolic processes and supports joint function.

Coxarthrosis Prevention Using the Bubnovsky Method

At the Dr. Bubnovsky Center, coxarthrosis prevention is based on modern kinesitherapy—movement-based rehabilitation.

The method helps:

  • Improve blood circulation in the joints
  • Strengthen muscles and ligaments
  • Stimulate the production of synovial fluid
  • Reduce stress on the joint
  • Improve mobility
  • Reduce pain

How the Prevention Program Works

Before beginning training, a kinesitherapy physician performs:

  • Myofascial assessment
  • Functional movement testing
  • Evaluation of the musculoskeletal system

Based on the findings, an individualized exercise program is developed.

Training on Bubnovsky Equipment

The foundation of the program consists of exercises performed on the Bubnovsky Multifunctional Training Machine (MTB).

The MTB system allows patients to:

  • Safely strengthen muscles
  • Reduce axial stress on the joints
  • Improve circulation
  • Restore muscular balance

All exercises are performed under the supervision of a qualified instructor and kinesitherapy physician.

Why Prevention Matters

Regular kinesitherapy sessions help:

  • Slow the progression of coxarthrosis
  • Preserve joint mobility
  • Reduce the risk of complications
  • Improve quality of life
  • Maintain independence and activity for many years

Coxarthrosis Prevention at the Dr. Bubnovsky Center in Riga

The specialists at the Dr. Bubnovsky Center help patients strengthen joints, improve mobility, and reduce the risk of coxarthrosis through modern kinesitherapy and rehabilitation methods.

Book your initial consultation at bubnovsky.lv or call +371 23271732.

When purchasing a package of 12 sessions, you will receive a free initial consultation as well as two follow-up consultations with your physician after the 6th and 11th sessions to evaluate progress and adjust your prevention or rehabilitation program if necessary.