How to Relieve Hip Pain From Sleeping On Your Side

Waking up with nagging hip pain can put a damper on your entire day. For side sleepers, hip and low back pain might be all too familiar. While side-sleeping can be a comfortable and even recommended position for some, it can also sometimes lead to hip pain or exacerbate injuries or other pre-existing conditions. Understanding […]

Physical therapy for hip pain: 5 treatments to help relieve pain

Physical therapy is meant to help the body move and work as healthily as it can. If you are experiencing hip pain, physical therapy treatments can help you work toward less pain and a better quality of life. To learn about what may be causing your hip pain, look into talking with a physical therapist […]

What can I do about hip pain when walking?

Hip pain can interfere with every movement you make throughout the day, from getting out of bed to crouching down to tie your shoelaces. But it’s especially difficult if it occurs while you’re walking, as walking is an action that’s difficult to avoid on a day-to-day basis. The average U.S. adult walks up to 4,000 […]

Can SI Joint Pain Be Mistaken for Hip Joint Pain?

Hip and pelvic pain can be an incredibly frustrating experience, especially when trying to pinpoint the exact cause. The pelvis and lower spine are made up of complex structures that work together to support your body and allow you to move freely. However, when this area is causing pain, it can sometimes be difficult to […]

How to Alleviate Hip Pain With Physical Therapy Exercises

It’s pretty common to experience hip pain without knowing exactly what’s causing it. Long periods of sitting, day-to-day stress, and even unresolved emotions can cause the hip muscles to tighten and contract, leading to discomfort and pain. Fortunately, the whole field of physical therapy is dedicated to classifying and treating these types of aches and […]

Can SI Joint Pain Be Mistaken For Hip Joint Pain?

Pain in your lower back, hips, or tailbone can seem minor at first, but when it persists, it can disrupt every part of your life—walking, working, and even resting. And because there are several key joints at the intersection of your lower back and hips, pinpointing the location and cause of the pain can be […]

What Does Hip Bursitis Feel Like?

When your hip (or hips) hurt, everyday activities get much more difficult and your quality of life suffers, no matter how old you are. But because there are so many different causes of hip pain, there are nearly countless explanations and recommendations for hip pain relief online that may or may not be right for […]

How to Heal Hip Bursitis Quickly 

Hip pain can affect anyone—from athletes pushing their limits to individuals just trying to get through their daily activities. Among the most common causes of non-injury hip pain is hip bursitis, a condition that can make simple movements uncomfortable if not unbearable. In all honesty, there’s no “quickest” way to heal from a condition like […]

Causes of Sudden Sharp Pain in the Hip That Comes and Goes

At best, hip pain is a nuisance that makes everyday activities harder and requires you to slow down or move much more carefully than usual. At worst, it can completely disrupt your lifestyle and make it difficult to get out of bed. Fortunately, for many hip conditions, there are non-surgical treatment options to help you […]

What Is This Sharp Pain in My Hip?

Our hips support much of the body’s movement and balance, so when something is “off” in this area, it can significantly disrupt daily life. Fortunately, even if you’ve been dealing with this kind of pain on and off for weeks or years, our physical therapists can help relieve your symptoms and prevent future hip injuries […]

Need help with front hip pain? Try these physical therapist-recommended movements

Any sort of hip pain can impact your daily activities. If you’re experiencing front hip pain, it can make you want to lie down until it goes away. Unfortunately, life doesn’t stop for pain. However, the right exercises can make a difference.  Exercise is an essential aspect of nearly all physical therapy treatment plans, which […]

What Should I Do If I Have A Hip Flexor Strain?

Hip pain can be a real roadblock to your daily routine, whether you feel it when standing and moving around or when trying to get work done at your desk. Among the various types of hip discomfort, hip flexor pain stands out, affecting many people across different walks of life. When living with a recent […]