Hip pain can show up in the groin, the side of the hip, the buttock, or even feel like it is “in the thigh.” It may steal sleep, shorten walks, or make getting in and out of a car a project. At TX Spine and Joint in Houston, Dr. Ankur Mehta helps patients understand what may be driving hip discomfort and which options may help them move with more ease.

Clear talk. Practical plans. No pressure to know the medical vocabulary before you walk in.

When Hip Pain Is More Than a Temporary Ache

Mild soreness after a new workout often settles. Consider an evaluation when you notice:

  • Pain lasting several weeks or returning with everyday tasks
  • Discomfort in the groin, outer hip, or deep buttock
  • Trouble with walking, stairs, tying shoes, or rising from a chair
  • Night pain or stiffness that limits sleep
  • A limp, catching sensation, or feeling that the hip is unstable
  • Pain that started after a fall, twist, or sports movement

Hip symptoms sometimes overlap with back pain, sciatica, or knee pain. Sorting the source is part of good care—not something you should have to figure out alone.

How We Evaluate Hip Concerns

We begin with your history and goals, then examine the hip and nearby joints and nerves as needed. Dr. Mehta reviews prior imaging and discusses whether additional studies may clarify decisions.

The point is not to collect labels—it is to build a picture of what may be irritated (joint, soft tissue, or referred pain) so recommendations fit you. This page does not diagnose; an in-person visit does.

Treatment Options That May Help

Depending on what we find, we may discuss:

  • Activity pacing and guidance tailored to your work and hobbies
  • Conservative care to ease irritation and support mobility
  • Image-guided injections when appropriate
  • Regenerative options for carefully selected patients that may help comfort and function
  • Coordination with therapy or surgical colleagues when that aligns with your situation

We explain trade-offs in everyday language so you can weigh choices without feeling rushed.

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Ready for a thoughtful look at your hip pain? Call 832-849-0909, text 832-909-0869, or schedule online.

Walking, Work, and Staying Active in Houston

Whether you are on your feet all day, training for a race, or simply want weekend errands without a limp, we keep function at the center. Return-to-activity plans are stepwise and honest about flare-ups. Athletes and active adults may also find our sports injuries page useful.

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Regenerative Approaches—When They Belong in the Talk

Some patients ask about regenerative treatments for worn or irritated hips. When appropriate, Dr. Mehta outlines who may be a candidate, what the process involves, and what expectations look like. Soft claims only: these options may help selected patients; they are not a guarantee.

Visit TX Spine and Joint

Address: 8830 Long Point Rd. #502, Houston, TX 77055
Physician: Dr. Ankur Mehta, DO
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm · Friday 8:00am–4:00pm
Call: 832-849-0909
Text: 832-909-0869
Schedule: https://www.doctor.com/Dr-Ankur-Mehta-1
Email: info@txspineandjoint.com

Serving Houston patients who want hip pain care that is thorough, warm, and easy to understand.

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Do not wait for hip pain to shrink your world. Call 832-849-0909 or request an appointment with Dr. Mehta today.