[Heartnsoul]

When I try to lift up left leg to put on sock etc it hurts because it won't bend. Right is fine. What type of Dr do I see?

[bagboy]

Just my humble opinion. I would start with a neurologist with the idea that the hip pain and mobility problems could possibly stem from a spine/disc problem.

[blueash]

Start with your primary care physician who should be able to determine with a history and exam whether your problem is orthopedic, rheumatologic, or neurologic etc. And it is even possible that a primary care doctor might be able to provide effective therapy. Not every illness needs a sub-specialist.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by blueash

Start with your primary care physician who should be able to determine with a history and exam whether your problem is orthopedic, rheumatologic, or neurologic etc. And it is even possible that a primary care doctor might be able to provide effective therapy. Not every illness needs a sub-specialist.

Very much agreed not to mention many neurologists would want a referral from family physician.

[JohnN]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

Very much agreed not to mention many neurologists would want a referral from family physician.

Primary physician is the answer

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by Heartnsoul

When I try to lift up left leg to put on sock etc it hurts because it won't bend. Right is fine. What type of Dr do I see?

Best of luck but there has to be a better place for you to get medical advise.

[Alaska Butch]

How active are you? Alot of ez chair time can lead to clots which can cause pain. If nit active, go walk a couple times a day to get blood flowing.

[scottiesrgreat@gmail.com]

Start w/PCP (Primary Care Physician); if unavailable - use the ‘Call a Nurse’ service - provided by your insurance; or schedule a Dr. Phone/Video call.

You can always go to an Urgent care facility, too.

I certainly would not take advice from social media or Google searches.

It may be something minor - or may be indication of something that needs special treatment.

[JudyLife]

Primary care who would possibly do a referral to an Orthopedic Surgeon.

[La lamy]

With my hip pain, I went to a sports doctor, got an x-ray from him which showed a bone spur on hip bone. Not sitting too long is a must to prevent the seizing of the hip for me. Lots of glutes, thigh stretching and psoas massage/release too. That's what worked/works for me.

[mlmarr1]

Physical medicine rehab to start .. you might need PT.. ask your PCP for a referral..
Otherwise..check our Unova on rolling acres.

[TandHSTAR@AOL.com]

Orthopedic Dr. Dr. Duke in Ocala, Dr. Williams here in The Villages, etc.

[diamond2005]

Originally Posted by Heartnsoul

When I try to lift up left leg to put on sock etc it hurts because it won't bend. Right is fine. What type of Dr do I see?

Neurologist......

[mydavid]

Originally Posted by Heartnsoul

When I try to lift up left leg to put on sock etc it hurts because it won't bend. Right is fine. What type of Dr do I see?

A good one !

[E Cascade]

A good chiropracter (DC). If none in The Villages, go up to Ocala.