Diabetes and Hip Pain are two conditions that are likely to occur simultaneously. Diabetics are individuals who have issues maintaining normal levels of blood glucose and as a result, often have symptoms of hip pain. Usually, the pain is a result of a combination of both nerve damage as well as poor circulation. At least 70% of Diabetics develop nerve damage, according to the 2011 National Diabetes Fact Sheet. Diabetics who have frequent episodes of Hyperglycemia (high blood glucose levels) are especially prone to Diabetic Neuropathy (nerve damage), poor circulation, and resulting Diabetes hip pain.

High levels of blood sugar are toxic and impair nerves, organs, and tissues in the body. Excess glucose in the bloodstream causes a hostile environment when insulin can transfer it out for use as fuel. Mayo Clinic scientists believe the extra sugar disrupts typical functions of blood vessels and nerves. The sugar destroys the blood …