Hip Pain

Hip Pain

Hip pain can have any number of causes. Hip pain can be local and structural or a functional movement problem. Pain in the hip can also be referred from the lumbar spine, pelvis or knee and thigh.

Serious causes of hip pain should always be eliminated first before initiating treatment Serious causes of hip pain are identified through a complete history and examination. Where necessary we can refer for imaging or to a medical professional if determined to be appropriate. Once serious causes of hip pain have been identified we begin a functional assessment to identify dysfunctional or weak tissues and structures.

Some of the hip pains we have seen in our office include: bursitis, greater trochanteric pain syndrome, tendonitis, hip osteoarthritis, osteitis pubis, iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome, sciatica, sacroiliitis, muscle overuse pain and sprains and strains related to sports activity.

Some examples of how we manage hip pain include:

• Manual therapy aimed at the dysfunctional soft tissues to restore complete, easy and pain free range of movement.

• Direct treatment of muscles, ligaments, tendons and joints

• Strength exercise for weak and tight muscles

• Activity modification to address overload problems

• Technique advice for sports activity

• Postural advice for sitting based activities when appropriate