Hi Martha,

Sorry for the hip pain you're experiencing. All of my joints, including my hips, are full of arthritic osteophytes.

I have a hip that needs to be replaced. The pain I get is located on the right side of my groin. That seemed like a strange place for hip pain, but the hip joint does lie directly under the groin.

Out of curiosity, why don't you want a replacement? I certainly think joint replacement is the last option, after you've exhausted other avenues. I'm not familiar with Kenalog, I hope it helps you.

Would you ever consider replacement, and if no, what would be the reasons? I'm just curious. I've had both knees successfully replaced and there is no more pain. And I did exhaust all my options.

Thanks Martha, and please be well.

Joe