Rheumatologist referral needed

[Yen]

I've begun having chronic pain in both hips after sitting a while. This began a couple of months ago. Thinking it could be an overuse injury, I didn't do any riding or walking (except for two short easy rides) for the past week and a half, with no improvement. I'm suspecting osteoarthritis and would like to find a doc to get a set of baseline x-rays. My brother has already had both hips replaced and he said his first symptoms were just like mine.:eek: Actually, my first symptoms began at least a year ago but have worsened since I've been a whole lot more active the past several months.

I'd like to find a rheumatologist who is also a sports doc or at least someone who will work with me to let me stay riding and increase my distance and time, and not just prescribe pills or rush me into surgery.

Can anyone recommend someone in the area between Pasadena and Upland?

Thanks much.

[herbm]

This dr is a rheumatologist, but not sports specific
Dr Ramesh Kesavalu
I will PM you the info