Sore Leg wrote:
Just found out I have moderate to severe osteoarthritis in my left hip. First seen on xrays, now confirmed on MRI. There is also a small to moderate joint effusion, and mild arthritis in the right hip.
Have never been a high mileage runner (too much hip pain), never overweight, 33 years old.
Is my running career over?? Anyone have any suggestions or advice on what to do now???
I would get as many second opinions as you can afford. Try to locate a doctor who is actually a decent runner and place great weight on what he/she says. In the worst case, you might have to switch over to some non weight bearing exercise such as swimming. If you crave competition, I believe there are swim meets for adults and some swim clubs, depending of course on where you live.