Have You Got a Sore Hip(s)?
It's easy to think the legs are key to moving around – whether running, walking, twisting, turning, or hop, skipping or jumping. But our legs are not of much use without the pelvis and the all-important ball-and-socket joints in the hips connecting the upper and lower body, stabilizing the legs, and allowing us to hinge and flex and get up and down from sitting and standing.
However, the hips are so integral to our movement, making them vulnerable to pain and problems. When things go wrong and your hip (or hips) is sore, it can be highly debilitating because there is little you can do without moving your hips and exacerbating the pain.
Hip pain doesn't stop at the hips either. Some people feel hip pain that radiates into the lower back, buttocks, groin, and legs. But, of course, the opposite is also true – the pain you feel may not be from the hips at all. Instead, it might be a lower back issue related to a posture imbalance. That's why it's essential to get checked over by an osteopath, so we can find and fix the root cause of your hip pain.
Although it’s more common past a “certain age”, many cases of hip pain are due to arthritis. Hip pain isn’t a “natural” part of getting older. We can prevent it. Plus, Osteopathy can slow and sometimes even reverse the degenerative process associated with arthritis, depending on the severity of the condition.
Whatever the cause, the critical thing to remember is that if you come and see us at the first signs of hip pain, we can keep you off the surgeon's table and help you avoid invasive hip replacement surgery later – regardless of whether you're 29 or 89.
We treat patients with hip pain all the time. It’s one of the most common pain problems we see in the Osteoworks clinic.
“But Why is This Happening to Me or Why Do I Still Have Hip Pain When I Have Been Resting And Taking It Easy For 6 Months+?”
Everyone has sore hips sometimes (especially past a certain age), right? Wrong. Your hips should be flexible, pain-free, and stable, regardless of age. But whether you're young or old or somewhere in between, the pain won't just disappear if you leave it. In most cases, the pain gets worse.
Have You Had Hip Pain For More Than Seven Days?
If you’ve had hip pain for longer than a week, you’ve probably already been to see your GP. They likely told you to rest, take anti-inflammatories, and take it easy.
Unfortunately, most of the patients we see end up back in their doctor's office before they come to us. They were told to take more painkillers and get more rest because things didn't get better.
If You’ve Been Putting Up With Hip Pain For a Long Time, You’re Not Alone. We Hear These Types of Statements From Patients All The Time
- "I thought the pain would go in time, but it just didn't."
- "I went to the Doctor, and they told me it was just getting old or arthritis."
- "I tried exercising through the pain, but it got even worse."
- "I saw a surgeon, but he said surgery was the last resort, and he would only operate when I couldn't stand the pain any longer."
- “I tried to rest longer, even took time off the gym and work, but the pain is still the same.”
Do These Statements Sound Familiar to You?
If they do, you don't have to endure hip pain indefinitely. We can help.
Why not start with a Free Telephone Consultation with one of our Osteopaths to talk about the hip issues you're experiencing and get some free advice on the best treatment.
Just click the link to request your free call. We'll be in touch ASAP to arrange an appointment. These calls are free – but we only offer a
limited number each month.
What Can I do to Get Rid of My Hip Pain Now?
If you have been in pain for a while, there is no immediate fix. But you can reduce your pain and discomfort with these tips:
- Make sure you’re hydrated – dehydration can cause stiffness and aches.
- Try heat therapy or an ice pack – both can reduce inflammation and pain.
- Get up and move – avoid sitting for long periods with hips flexed.
- Get expert, “hands-on” Osteopathy – the best way to reduce pain for good.
Talk to an Osteopath
If you would like to learn how the Osteopaths at Osteoworks can help you correct your posture and help you get rid of hip pain, you can book
a Free Discovery Session at the Kangaroo Point clinic.
How Can Choosing to See An Osteopath at Osteoworks Help You Get Rid of Your Hip Pain – In The Next Few Days?
Here’s just a few of the things our team can do for you:
- Find the root cause of your hip pain and explain it in as little as 20 minutes.
- Teach you a Daily Hip Ritual to improve strength and flexibility.
- Show you how to stand, walk, and move with balanced weight distribution.
- Remove the need for pain medication or anti-inflammatories.
- Help prevent invasive hip replacement surgery.
- Get you back to doing what you love without worrying about pain.
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