Cavalry History. The origin of the use of the horse as a means of transport goes back to prehistoric times. The fable of the centaurs, if the derivation from ~epretv, to goad, raiipos, bull, be accepted, would indicate the early existence of pastoral peoples living on horseback.
Among the most common causes of hip pain in women are: 1. Arthritis. The most common cause of chronic hip pain in women is arthritis, particularly osteoarthritis, the wear-and-tear kind that affects many people as they age. âThe ball-and-socket joint starts to wear out,â Siegrist says.
Hip pain may be caused by problems in the bones or cartilage of your hip. 1  Hip fractures can cause of sudden hip pain. 2  These injuries can be a serious and lead to major problems. 3  Hip fractures are more common as people get older because falls are more likely and your bones become weaker.