Say Goodbye To Hip Pain with Physical Therapy
Struggling with hip pain? You’re not alone–around 20% of adults will experience hip pain at some point in their lives. Fortunately, physical therapy at Go Physical Therapy offers treatment solutions to relieve pain and improve mobility.
Hip pain can range from a dull ache to a sharp, stabbing sensation throughout the joint. You might also experience additional symptoms beyond just pain, including the following:
- Limited range of motion
- Weakness in the hip muscles
- Issues with balance
- Difficulty with everyday tasks like walking or climbing stairs
If left untreated, hip pain can have some severe consequences. Certain types of hip pain, such as the sort caused by osteoarthritis, can increase your fall risk. A bad fall could cause further injury or impairment and might even land you in the hospital!
At Go Physical Therapy, we’ll help you address your hip pain at its source so you can restore your mobility, reduce your pain, and decrease your chances of complications. With our targeted, customized treatment plans, you’ll find the freedom to move without pain.
Our evidence-based treatment approach means we’re using the latest research to treat your hip pain. And because we want to optimize your results, we also work to address the source of the pain–never just the symptoms.
Don’t wait any longer to address your hip pain. Schedule an initial consultation with one of our specialists!
Common Causes of Hip Pain
The first step to treating your hip pain is understanding what’s causing it. By identifying the root of your discomfort, our skilled physical therapists will be better able to provide a personalized, scientifically-backed treatment plan that addresses your unique needs.
Here are a few of the common causes of hip pain:
A leading cause of hip pain, osteoarthritis occurs due to the wear and tear of joint cartilage over time. This degenerative process can lead to inflammation, stiffness, and decreased mobility, making daily activities more challenging.
Muscle strains and tendonitis
Overstretched or torn muscles and tendons can also contribute to hip pain, resulting in pain, inflammation, and reduced function in the affected area.
Bursitis
Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa sacs that cushion the hip joint. Repetitive stress or direct trauma can trigger bursitis, causing sharp pain during movement and tenderness when you apply pressure to the area.
Hip labral tears
This hip pain source is an injury involving damage to the cartilage ring surrounding the hip socket. Athletes and other active individuals are particularly susceptible to labral tears, which can cause deep, nagging pain in the hip or groin area.
Hip impingement
This condition occurs due to issues with the ball and socket of the hip joint. It can lead to cartilage damage, limited range of motion, and persistent pain, especially during activities that require hip flexion.
The experts at Go Physical Therapy will address your specific condition or injury and its symptoms to develop a treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
Don’t let hip pain hold you back any longer. Request your appointment today!
Treating Hip Pain the Go Physical Therapy Way
At Go Physical Therapy, we always start with a thorough evaluation to identify the root cause of your hip pain. This evaluation includes a detailed review of your medical history, along with a comprehensive hands-on assessment. Using a combination of range of motion tests, strength tests, movement screens, and gait analysis, we pinpoint the source of your discomfort to design a personalized treatment plan that meets your specific needs.
Our evidence-based approach is grounded in peer-reviewed research and focuses on reducing pain, improving joint and tissue mobility, strengthening muscles, and enhancing overall function. In addition to traditional techniques, we also specialize in Postural Restoration, an innovative method designed to correct improper biomechanics and movement patterns. Our therapists, trained by the Postural Restoration Institute, apply this advanced technique to restore balance and alignment in the body, targeting the underlying issues that contribute to hip pain. As one of the few Postural Restoration Certified Centers, we offer a distinct advantage in your care, providing a tailored approach that ensures lasting results.
While the details of your treatment will vary, you can expect a combination of the following techniques:
- Therapeutic exercises: We develop a customized exercise program that targets strength, flexibility, and balance, addressing your specific goals for optimal results.
- Gait retraining: Our therapists assess your walking patterns to identify dysfunction and work with you to improve biomechanics, reducing pain, preventing injury, and improving overall mobility.
- Balance training: For patients at risk of falls due to hip pain, our experts focus on improving balance and stability.
- Manual therapy: Using hands-on techniques, our therapists mobilize joints and manipulate soft tissues to alleviate pain and improve mobility, promoting faster recovery.
- Postural Restoration: This specialized method targets improper posture and movement patterns, restoring your body’s natural balance and reducing strain on your hips.
- Patient education: We empower you to continue your progress outside the clinic by teaching at-home exercises and activity modifications that support your recovery.
No matter what is causing your hip pain, our team at Go Physical Therapy in Gretna, NE will create a treatment plan that addresses your concerns and helps you achieve your recovery goals.
Take the first step toward a brighter, pain-free future, and book your appointment now!
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