The hip joint can withstand repeated motion and a fair amount of wear and tear. However, despite its durability, with age and use, cartilage in the hip can wear down and over time cause arthritis that leads to hip pain. The most common type of hip arthritis, called osteoarthritis, occurs when the joint surface cartilage becomes worn away, leaving raw bone exposed. “As it progresses, osteoarthritis can cause a lot of pain and stiffness, making it difficult for some people to do certain activities, such a...