What are the causes of hip pain?

Hip Pain Causes and Treatment Options for Relief

There are many causes of hip pain, ranging from a hip fracture after a fall often as a result of age-related degeneration to conditions like arthritis, which creates pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints. If hip pain is hindering your ability to do everyday movements such as sitting, standing and walking, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to determine the causes of your hip pain and the appropriate treatments available to relieve your condition.

Treating the causes of hip pain

To diagnose the causes of hip pain, a medical professional will first take a detailed medical history, followed by a series of diagnostic tests to determine what factors led to your symptoms and the degree of the condition. In the event that the cause of your hip pain is minor, your doctor may often recommend a conservative treatment plan to provide you with relief without the need for harmful medication or surgical intervention. 

This may include a combination of the following physical therapy treatments:

  • Passive treatments — Modalities such as transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (TENS) therapy can help to strengthen and heal hip muscles. 
  • Manual Therapy — This treatment involves joint and tissue mobilization, manipulation and kneading by a physical therapist as a way to improve range of motion, ease pain in the joints, reduce inflammation and promote healing in the hip.
  • Therapeutic exercises — Tailored to the specific causes of your hip pain, exercise therapy such as hip flexor stretches, squats and hip bridges is a beneficial method for improving mobility and strengthening the muscles around the hip joint.

Visit SSOR to learn more about the causes of hip pain and treatments for relief

Are you searching for the possible causes of your hip pain? Look no further. At SSOR, we are here to educate you about your condition and the treatments that can help you on the road to recovery. Our certified physical therapists can evaluate your condition and develop a customized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Contact us today to learn about our holistic and multi-faceted approach to treating hip pain and schedule an initial appointment with our team.