Hip pain can significantly interfere with your ability to walk, stand, sit comfortably, and enjoy everyday activities. Whether it's a dull ache, sharp pain, or stiffness, discomfort in the hip can stem from a variety of sources. At Precision Rehab, Occupational, Physical & Hand Therapy, P.L.L.C., we specialize in comprehensive physical therapy programs designed to accurately diagnose the cause of your hip pain, alleviate your symptoms, and restore your full mobility and strength, helping you get back to a pain-free life.

Understanding Your Hip Pain

The hip is a major weight-bearing joint, crucial for movement and stability. Pain in this area can originate from the hip joint itself, the surrounding muscles, tendons, ligaments, or even be referred from your back or other areas. Common causes of hip pain include:

• Osteoarthritis: Degenerative "wear-and-tear" of the hip joint cartilage.
• Bursitis: Inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion the hip joint, often leading to pain on the outside of the hip (trochanteric bursitis).
• Tendonitis: Inflammation of tendons around the hip, such as those of the hip flexors or gluteal muscles.
• Muscle Strains: Injuries to the groin, hamstring, or hip flexor muscles.
• Labral Tears: Damage to the ring of cartilage (labrum) that lines the hip socket.
• Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI): A condition where extra bone grows along one or both of the bones that form the hip joint, causing them to rub together.
• Sciatica or Referred Pain: Pain originating from the lower back that radiates to the hip.
• Fractures: Especially in older adults due to falls or osteoporosis.

Our Comprehensive Approach to Hip Pain Treatment

At Precision Rehab, Occupational, Physical & Hand Therapy, P.L.L.C., our skilled physical therapists conduct a thorough evaluation to identify the precise source of your hip pain and its contributing factors. Based on this assessment, we develop a personalized treatment plan aimed at reducing your pain, improving your hip function, and preventing future issues.

Manual Therapy

• Joint Mobilization: Gentle, hands-on techniques to restore proper movement and reduce stiffness in the hip joint and surrounding areas, including the low back and pelvis.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization: Addressing muscle tightness, trigger points, and fascial restrictions in the hip, gluteal, and thigh muscles.
• Myofascial Release: To release tension in the connective tissues that can contribute to hip pain.

Therapeutic Exercises

• Strengthening Exercises: Targeting specific muscles around the hip (e.g., glutes, hip abductors, core) to improve stability, support the joint, and reduce strain.
• Flexibility and Stretching: Addressing tightness in hip flexors, hamstrings, and glutes to improve range of motion and reduce muscle imbalance.
• Neuromuscular Control Exercises: Re-educating your muscles and nervous system to work together efficiently, improving coordination and movement patterns.
• Balance and Gait Training: If hip pain affects your ability to walk safely or maintain balance, we will implement exercises to improve your stability and walking mechanics.

Pain Management Modalities

• Heat and Cold Therapy: To reduce pain, swelling, and muscle spasms.
• Electrical Stimulation: To alleviate pain and promote muscle relaxation.
• Laser Therapy: Our advanced laser therapy can accelerate tissue healing and effectively reduce pain and inflammation at a cellular level, beneficial for various hip conditions.

Posture and Ergonomic Education

• Guidance on proper sitting, standing, and sleeping postures to minimize stress on the hip joint.
• Recommendations for ergonomic adjustments at home, work, or during activities to prevent aggravation of symptoms.

Functional Training and Activity Modification

• Training for specific activities such as walking, climbing stairs, getting in and out of a car, or sports, to ensure safe and pain-free movement.
• Strategies to modify activities that aggravate your hip pain, allowing you to stay active while healing.

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

For patients recovering from hip surgery (e.g., total hip replacement, hip arthroscopy, hip fracture repair, labral repair), we provide structured, progressive rehabilitation protocols tailored to your surgeon's guidelines to ensure optimal recovery and return to function.

Why Choose Precision Rehab, Occupational, Physical & Hand Therapy, P.L.L.C. for Your Hip Pain?

• Expert Assessment: Our therapists are highly skilled in diagnosing the diverse causes of hip pain.
• Personalized Treatment Plans: Your therapy program will be uniquely tailored to your specific condition and goals.
• Hands-On Approach: We combine effective manual therapy with targeted exercises for optimal results.
• Focus on Long-Term Relief: Our aim is not just to alleviate current pain but to equip you with the tools to prevent future issues.
• Comprehensive Care: We integrate various therapies, including advanced modalities, to provide holistic treatment.

Don't let hip pain keep you from enjoying life to the fullest. Take the first step towards relief and improved mobility. Contact Precision Rehab, Occupational, Physical & Hand Therapy, P.L.L.C. today to schedule your comprehensive evaluation and begin your journey to a pain-free hip.