Hip Pain physiotherapy
Our hip pain treatment focuses on relieving pain, restoring movement, and helping you stay active. With over 20 years of experience, we’ve helped countless individuals regain mobility and return to their favourite activities. Our process includes thorough assessments, hands-on therapy, and tailored exercises for lasting results.
Trochanteric Bursitis
Trochanteric Bursitis causes pain on the outside of your hip and upper thigh area. This occurs when the bursa (a fluid-filled cushioning pad) becomes irritated and inflamed, making activities like climbing stairs, walking, or lying on your side uncomfortable.
What Causes It?
Trochanteric Bursitis typically develops from:
- Weak or underactive buttock muscles
- Abnormal walking patterns
- Excessive stair climbing or running
- Repetitive lunging movements
- Poor exercise technique
- Sudden increase in activity levels
- Hip muscle weakness or tightness
Our Treatment Approach
Our comprehensive treatment plan includes:
- Detailed assessment of your movement patterns
- Hands-on therapy to reduce pain and inflammation
- Acupuncture or dry needling
- Specific exercises to strengthen hip and buttock muscles
- Movement technique correction
- Activity modification advice
- Sleep position guidance
- Prevention strategies
Labral Tear
A hip labral tear causes deep pain in the front of your hip, groin, and sometimes buttock area. The labrum is a ring of strong tissue that helps stabilise your hip joint by deepening the socket, and when torn, can make movement uncomfortable and challenging.
What Causes It?
Hip labral tears can occur from:
- Sudden trauma (falls or accidents)
- Sports with quick direction changes (soccer, tennis, netball)
- Repetitive hip movements
- Age-related degeneration
- Poor movement patterns
- Hip joint abnormalities
- High-impact activities
Our Treatment Approach
Our comprehensive care includes:
- Thorough assessment to confirm diagnosis
- Hands-on therapy to manage pain
- Targeted exercises to improve hip stability
- Movement pattern correction
- Activity modification guidance
- Hip joint protection strategies
- Prevention of further degeneration
- Coordination with specialists if needed
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip osteoarthritis occurs when the smooth cartilage lining your hip joint gradually wears down, causing pain and stiffness. This condition typically affects people in their 50s and 60s, making walking and daily activities increasingly difficult as the joint surfaces become less smooth.
What Causes It?
Hip osteoarthritis commonly develops due to:
- Natural ageing process
- Excess body weight
- Previous hip injuries or surgeries
- Family history
- Repetitive joint stress
- Labour-intensive occupations
- Long-term high-impact activities
Our Treatment Approach
Our evidence-based treatment plan includes:
- Comprehensive assessment of your mobility and strength
- Hands-on therapy to manage pain and maintain flexibility
- Acupuncture or dry needling
- Exercises to support the joint and strengthen
- Weight management guidance if needed
- Activity modification strategies
- Walking aid assessment if required
- Daily living tips to protect your hip
- Exercise programs that help you stay active without aggravating symptoms