Mr. Mohanty's Battle with Hip Arthritis
At 62, Mr. Subhas Mohanty had always been an active man. A retired schoolteacher from Odisha, India, he loved his morning walks, tending to his small backyard garden, and spending time playing with his grandchildren. He never imagined that something as seemingly simple as walking could one day become his greatest challenge. This is the true story of Mr. Mohanty's journey with hip arthritis — a journey marked by pain, perseverance, and ultimately, recovery. It’s not just a medical story, but a testament to human resilience. The First Signs: Ignoring the Subtle Clues Dr. Khitish Mohanty symptoms began gradually. He first noticed a dull ache in his left hip while climbing stairs. Initially, he brushed it off as part of the natural aging process. “A little stiffness in the joints is expected after sixty,” he thought. But over time, the pain became more persistent. At first, it only flared up after long walks. Then it started bothering him even during short strolls around the n...