Physical Therapy for
Hip Pain & Injuries
The hip joint is one of the most stable and strongest joints n the body, supported by large muscles including the hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes and lower back. Despite this, sports activities, falls, overuse, and age-related changes can still lead to painful hip conditions. Diseases such as arthritis and osteoporosis also increase the risk of hip problems
Common Types of Hip Injuries
Hip injuries can vary widely, but some of the most common include:
Inflammation of the hip bursa causes sharp outer-hip pain that worsens with walking, climbing stairs, or lying on the side.
A groin strain happens when the inner thigh muscles are overstretched or torn, often during sports or sudden movements.
A hip labral tear damages the ring of cartilage that stabilizes the hip joint, leading to deep pain, clicking, or stiffness.
FAI occurs when abnormal hip bone structure causes painful pinching during movement, especially in young athletes.
If your hip makes a snapping or popping sound during movement, it may be snapping hip syndrome caused by tight tendons.
Hip cartilage damage from injury, overuse, or arthritis leads to pain, stiffness, and loss of smooth joint motion.
Arthritis in the hip joint causes stiffness, grinding, and chronic pain that can worsen over time.
Avascular necrosis happens when poor blood supply causes hip bone tissue to die, leading to pain and joint collapse.
Hip fractures are serious injuries, often from falls, that cause severe pain and limited mobility especially in older adults.