Hip Pain
Like the shoulder, the hip is a “ball-and-socket” joint. It’s much more sturdy than the shoulder but
also less mobile at the same time. This is because we need it to provide a stable link between our
legs and our body. As a result, the hip joint is covered in a thick layer of strong ligaments and
muscles providing 360 degrees of stability. Hips can become painful for many reasons; the muscles
can become painful due to overloading or repetitive stress, as can the ligaments and the bones
themselves. There’s also a layer of thin cartilage lining the hip joint which can become torn or
damaged due to repetitive strain. Osteoarthritis is a common cause of hip pain in the over 45’s and
can be well managed with the right rehabilitation plan. Hip pain can also be a result of a problem in
the lower back. All of this needs to be considered by an experienced physiotherapist when assessing
someone with hip pain.
When you come to see us for hip pain, we will firstly sit down to discuss your symptoms and give you
an opportunity to tell us what you’ve been through. Then we’ll carry out a thorough assessment to
get to the root cause of your symptoms, before treating you to provide you with some relief. Then
we’ll devise a tailored rehabilitation plan to help you get back to your normal self.
