Adaptive Governance text size Whether we speak of people and ecosystems as the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment does or coupled social and ecological systems as the emerging literature on adaptive governance does, it is clear that the present, past and future of human and biophysical systems are closely and intricately interconnected.
Quick Answer. Pain in the upper hip or waist area can be caused by arthritis; injury sustained to the hip or waist; nerve damage; or serious diseases, such as cancer and osteoporosis, according to Mayo Clinic. Pain centered around the waist may be due to a pulled muscle or digestive ailments. Continue Reading.
Numerous conditions can cause bilateral hip pain in women. Hip pain can be caused by hip joint structures, along with muscles, tendons and other tissues that act on or stabilize the hip joint. Some hip-related conditions occur on one side of the hip, while other conditions occur on both sides. Pain in both hips is called bilateral hip pain, and bilateral hip pain can affect both men and women.