Hip Pain

Hip Pain
The hip joint is a highly stable, weight-bearing ball-and-socket joint that connects the thigh bone (femur) to the pelvis. It allows for a wide range of motion while supporting the upper body’s weight.
The hip also consists of a labrum, which is a ring of fibrocartilage that lines the rim of the socket to further stabilize the joint. Ligaments include the iliofemoral and pubofemoral joints.
Major muscles include the gluteal muscles, the iliopsoas, and the hip adductors. The hamstrings and one of the quadriceps muscles also cross the hip joint.
Common Hip Injuries Include:
• Osteoarthritis
• Bursitis, IE greater trochanteric pain syndrome
• Tendinitis
• Snapping hip syndrome
• Labral tears and repairs
• Fractures
• Dislocations
• Strains, IE hip flexor strains
• Congenital hip disorders
• Post-surgical, IE total hip replacement or ORIF after fracture

Physical therapy is used for patients experiencing hip pain, with a comprehensive assessment performed at the first visit to determine the nature of the condition and what functional limitations are present.
Treatment is individualized based on the injury and the patient’s goals. It will typically include manual therapy, mobility and stretching exercises, stabilization exercises for the hip, knee, and ankle, core training, modalities as needed, and eventual strengthening and return to prior activity level.
Physical therapy is sometimes used for post-op patients who have recently had hip surgery, especially a total hip replacement or labral repair.
Contact us today if you have questions regarding how physical therapy can help with your hip pain!