Overcoming Hip Pain: Find Relief and Resume Your Active Lifestyle
Do you experience pain in your hips while enjoying leisurely walks, climbing stairs, or bending down? Hip pain can significantly limit your ability to perform and enjoy daily activities. Fortunately, treatment with physical therapy can help you find relief and get back to doing what you love!
Understanding Your Hip Joints
Your hips are ball-and-socket joints, where your femur (thigh bone) fits into your pelvis (hip socket). A cushion of cartilage in your hips prevents friction as your hip bone moves within the socket. Pain can occur if this cartilage wears down or is damaged due to age, injury, or overuse.
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis is a common cause of hip pain, particularly in older adults. It occurs when the protective cartilage in the hip joint wears down over time, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion.
Tears and Ruptures
Ligaments and cartilage in the hips can tear due to injury or overuse, causing pain and instability.
Bursitis
Bursae are fluid-filled sacs that act as a cushion between the bones, tendons, and muscles near the hip. Bursitis, or inflammation of these sacs, can cause pain and tenderness in the hip.
Strains
Sudden or repetitive activities can strain or inflame the muscles and tendons around the hip joint, resulting in pain.
Additional causes of hip pain include fractures, dislocations, and certain diseases. If you experience sudden or severe hip pain, especially after an injury, it is important to contact our office for evaluation as soon as possible.
How Physical Therapy Can Help
Physical therapy is a highly effective treatment for hip pain. Our PTs are movement experts who will conduct a thorough evaluation to identify the underlying causes of your pain.
Your personalized treatment plan may include:
Pain Relief
Specialized techniques, such as manual therapy, joint mobilizations, and soft tissue techniques, can help improve blood flow, free up tension or restriction in movement, and reduce pain in the affected areas.
Mobility Work
Prescribed exercises to improve movement and range of motion in the hip joint.
Strengthening Exercises
Exercises to strengthen the muscles around the hip joint, providing support and stability for a successful recovery.
Personalized Hip Pain Relief
A retired teacher sought help at our clinic due to persistent hip pain that had gradually worsened over the past year. The pain was most noticeable when standing up from a seated position, during walks with her dog, and at night while trying to sleep. She had tried over-the-counter pain medication, heat therapy, and rest but found minimal relief.
During her evaluation, our physical therapists observed limited range of motion in her hip and noted weakness in the surrounding muscles. After a comprehensive assessment, she was diagnosed with hip osteoarthritis, a common condition associated with aging and wear and tear on the joint.
Our PTs created a tailored treatment plan for her that focused on pain management, improving hip mobility, and strengthening the supporting muscles. Targeted manual therapy techniques were utilized to reduce pain and stiffness, while prescribed exercises aimed to increase her range of motion and improve overall hip function. We also provided her with education on proper body mechanics and strategies for managing daily activities.
After attending every physical therapy session and following exercise instructions in between, she experienced significant improvement in her hip pain and mobility. She was able to resume her daily walks with her dog, enjoy gardening without discomfort, and sleep soundly through the night.
Book an Appointment at Atrium Physical Therapy Today!
At Atrium Physical Therapy, we will perform a comprehensive health assessment and analyze your hip pain and condition. Then, we’ll design a personalized program to help you recover with strength and confidence.
Don’t let hip pain hold you back. Call us today to schedule your first appointment!
Don’t Wait Until You’re Injured to Give Us a Call!
If you think you might be at a high risk of suffering an injury, request an appointment with Atrium Physical Therapy. Whether you’re planning an adventure vacation, starting a new physically demanding job, or simply struggling with day-to-day mobility, our therapists are here to help.
Call today to get started!
Maximize Your Summer Fitness
Getting active during the summer can be both fun and challenging, but with guidance from Atrium Physical Therapy, you can stay energized, move safely, and enjoy an active season with confidence.
Get an Assessment
Start with a professional movement evaluation.A comprehensive assessment can identify hidden issues and help create a personalized fitness plan that minimizes injury risk.
Warm Up & Cool Down
Protect your muscles before and after activity.Dynamic stretching and recovery exercises improve performance while helping reduce soreness and strains.
Stay Hydrated
Fuel your body throughout the summer heat.Staying hydrated supports energy, endurance, and helps prevent heat-related fatigue during outdoor activities.
Trust Your Body
Listen carefully to aches and discomfort.Never ignore pain—addressing symptoms early with a physical therapist can help prevent more serious injuries.
