Hip Pain Relief

Hip pain affects how you walk, sit, and sleep — we help identify the cause and get you moving comfortably again.

Hip Pain Relief with Physical Therapy

Hip pain can come from the joint itself, the surrounding muscles, or even be referred from the lower back. Because the hip is central to almost every movement — walking, sitting, standing, climbing stairs — pain here affects daily life quickly.

We evaluate the hip in the context of the whole lower body, since hip pain is often connected to how the low back, knees, and feet are working together.

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Common Symptoms

Pain in the groin, outer hip, or buttock
Stiffness getting up from sitting
A limp or altered walking pattern
Pain that worsens with stairs or inclines
Reduced range of motion rotating the hip
Pain radiating down the thigh

What Can Cause It

Auto accidents and impact injuries
Work injuries from lifting or repetitive strain
Hip bursitis
Muscle strain in the hip flexors or glutes
Arthritis in the hip joint
Sciatica referring pain from the lower back
Falls or home accidents
Poor movement mechanics during exercise or sports

If Treated Early

Hip pain addressed early is often resolved with targeted strengthening and mobility work before it changes the way you walk. Early treatment helps avoid the knee and lower back compensating for a hip that isn't moving properly.

If Left Untreated

An untreated hip issue commonly leads to a change in gait, which places extra stress on the knees and lower back. Over time this can create a cycle of pain in multiple joints, and stiff hip muscles can become significantly harder to lengthen and strengthen the longer they're left untreated.

How Corona Hands-On Therapy Treats Hip Pain

1A movement-based evaluation of the hip, low back, and surrounding muscles
2Physical therapy to restore hip strength, flexibility, and stability
3Chiropractic care to address related lower back or pelvic alignment issues
4Acupuncture for pain management alongside rehabilitation
5Gait and movement retraining to correct compensations

Common Questions About Hip Pain

Why does my hip pain get worse going up stairs?

Stairs demand more strength and stability from the hip muscles than flat walking, so weakness or irritation there tends to show up most on inclines and stairs.

Can lower back problems cause hip pain?

Yes — nerve irritation in the lower back can refer pain into the hip and thigh, which is why we evaluate the low back as part of any hip pain assessment.

Is walking okay while my hip heals?

Generally yes, in moderation — we'll guide you on how much activity is appropriate as your treatment plan progresses.

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