Join Airrosti’s Anthony Pavlich, PT, DPT, as he discusses the different causes of hip pain and common signs of hip conditions like hip bursitis, IT band syndrome, and hip impingement. Learn more about traditional hip pain treatment methods and how Airrosti can help relieve hip pain in as few as three visits (based on patient-reported outcomes).
Hip pain and stiffness is a common condition treated at Airrosti. The hip is one of the largest joints in the body. To function correctly and with full range of motion, the ligaments, muscles, and fascia surrounding the joint must be working in unison. To know how to best treat hip pain, you should understand how it occurs, what symptoms to look out for, and what kind of treatment may be best for you.
The hip joint is designed to withstand repeated motion and a fair amount of wear and tear. This ball-and-socket joint allows for fluid lower body movements. While many causes of hip pain can arise from the joint itself, there are numerous structures surrounding the hip that can also be the source of pain.
Untreated acute trauma is often the cause of hip pain, but any source of inflammation may cause discomfort in the hip area. Pain is one of the symptoms of inflammation, along with swelling, warmth, and redness; together these are signals and symptoms that a problem may exist.
Aside from an acute injury, some other causes include overuse injuries in which muscles, tendons, and ligaments can become inflamed. Overuse of the hip can also wear away the cartilage in the hip joint, causing arthritis. Common hip problems caused by strain and overuse include hip tendonitis/tendinitis, hip bursitis, and hip flexor strain.
You may also experience referred pain from other structures outside the hip joint. This means that, while the hip hurts, the problem may originate elsewhere, such as Snapping Hip Syndrome being actually being caused by the iliotibial band.
Depending on the condition that’s causing your hip pain, you may feel discomfort in various parts of your body, including:
Signs of an inflammatory condition like tendonitis or bursitis often include:
The treatment of pain or discomfort depends on the cause. If hip pain is associated with activities like power walking or running, resting from that activity, or switching to lower impact activities may be helpful. Implementing activities like yoga can help, as it often includes stretches for hips that can improve mobility and reduce pain by stretching the soft tissues around the area.
Through simple preventative stretches and exercises, you can avoid many of the problems commonly associated with hip and hip flexor injuries, as well as joint pain from referred injuries throughout the body. If your hip pain is a result of overuse, your doctor will likely recommend rest, anti-inflammatory medications, or physical therapy. You should always consult with your doctor about what treatment options are best for you.
Hip pain is a nonspecific complaint that requires a musculoskeletal professional, like an Airrosti Provider, to find the underlying cause of all the many potential conditions or injuries.
While general hip pain often responds well to home remedies and rest, Airrosti can help rapidly resolve the source of pain in an average of 3 visits (based on patient-reported outcomes) — keeping you moving and getting you back to the sports or activities you love most and avoid chronic, long term pain.
If you have nagging pain that’s keeping you from performing at your best, click here to schedule an Airrosti appointment today.
Reviewed by Casey Crisp, Doctor of Chiropractic
Disclaimer: Always consult with your doctor before starting any exercise program. If you experience any numbness, tingling or reproduction of your symptoms, please contact your doctor.
Dr. Brooke is the BEST! Smart, personable, inspiring, skilled, and she got me results!!! At the age of almost 60 y/o, I suffered for months with pain in R hip, groin and hamstrings (traditional chiro didn't help)! She worked her magic with her skilled hands and brilliant A.I.R.R.O.S.T.I. technique and I am good to go! Back to great stamina and walking 3 miles/day and with UNinterrupted sleep at night! Thank you Dr. Brooke! With home exercises I expect 100% recovery. I highly recommend her to my friends suffering with chronic pain from injuries or otherwise!
by Carol Watson
Dr. Vick is so passionate and caring about her patients and she helped me so much as I had been having problems with my hip. I had gone to many doctors and they never found a solution. So I’m happy I found her because things have changed for the better!
by Angelica Lodge
Surgery in May had be on bedrest for three weeks. Following that my hip (not part of the surgery at all) started to hurt. Within a few days I couldn't climb stairs. My Primary Care doctor did an X-Ray and found a bit of arthritis but agreed that it wouldn't cause the pain and debilitation I was experiencing and recommended Dr. Clark. The first office visit was successful in even letting me know where the pain was most likely originating. Then, we worked on a solid home program to stretch, strengthen, and repair what was "off" with my hip. It took more than a month of visits - which is unusual - but Dr. Clark didn't give up on finding the cause. He'd "clear" one tight muscle system and things would improve but I wasn't pain free yet. Then...+ show more he'd design a program to clear another muscle system. Finally he found the cause of the problem - and it had probably working itself into a sad state for months/years. The rest from surgery just triggered a flare up. Once he'd freed that last muscle/tendon from tightness we both had a feeling that we might have found the cause. He said to contact him over the weekend and report progress. The NEXT MORNING I cleaned the house, ran errands, worked in the yard, and didn't even THINK about my hip. This was the first time in two months that there was no pain - not even a twinge. I texted this happy news and he quickly responded with celebrations on both sides. I knew this wasn't a bone problem! It was soft tissue. Had I gone to an orthopedic (I actually had an appointment but cancelled it as Dr. Clark was making progress) surgeon I would probably already be under the knife by now. Had I gone to a "traditional" physical therapist I'd most likely still be in pain but much poorer with three visits (and co-pays) a week for months. (That was the case after my rotator cuff repair.) I now have a program that works to keep my hip pain free and a plan if it ever flares up like this again. Dr. Clark, I want to thank you so much - I can't imagine how I'd keep up with the kids, my professorship, or all the things I love to do had you not kept trying to find the cause of the pain. I lived on opioid pain medication for years before the doctors replaced my knee - I feared that would be in my future again. Thanks to you I am jumping around with the kids, played volleyball yesterday, and walk the classroom interacting with students all the time now. THANK YOU!
by Amber Meyers
My first airrosti appointment I was a mess limping into the office in so much pain and right away you see smiles that greet you and offer you a water. I went through two ER visits, many doctors appointments and two months of physical therapy for my hip pain and still got no relief. The physical therapist identified the problem of my SI Joint being dislocated and corrected it but I was still walking with a cane. I am a nurse on my feet throughout a 12 hour shift and this injury put me out of work while I was immobile. Dr. Owens stepped in and told me to make an appointment to see what he could do for me. I was tearful on my first visit but as we continued through the care I was able to leave each visit with less and less of a limp. After ...+ show moresix visits I can finally say that I am pain free! I am so thankful for the time and patience everyone had with me during this difficult injury to finally get me back to feeling myself again.
by Kimberly Seaholm
I had the pleasure of meeting with Dr. Miller who treated me. I suffer from an old childhood injury from when I was in dance. I dislocated my right hip by going in the splits. I did not get to go though extensive rehab because the health care team though I was young enough that the ligaments and muscles would heal themselves. I have gone 19 years living with the pain in my hip, Ive seen doctors on top of doctors who refused to get an X ray to see what was going on in the hip, Ive been to physical therapy, been prescribed 800mg Motrin 3 times a day and Neproxin (Advil) three times a day, Ive had doctors even give me exercises to do and send me home. Nothing helped! As a child I also suffered from lower back pain and id see a chiropractor ...+ show morewho realigned me all the time and popped the damaged hip to be even. Still, nothing fixed the pain or explained what was going on. My last hope was Airrosti, who came to my crossfit box for free consultations. Since ive been living with the pain, i workout hard on it and just ignored it but still was wanting to know what was happening. I spent an hour my firs visit talking with Dr. Miller and he explained to me what was happening, even before he palpated (touched) the hip and areas around it to see what was happening. He explained in great detail about what he suspected was going on, how we are going to treat it and my expectations. I am a nurse, but he still explained everything in great detail as if I had no idea about the human body to make sure I understood exactly what was going on. He always asked me if I had any questions and concerns and addressed them before the visit was over I went through 4 appt. with him and after the first visit, I have never felt such relief from the hip pain in the 19 years I suffered from it. What I loved was Dr. miller worked through the scar tissue but sent me home with stretches and simple strength exercises to do at home to keep my progress moving forward. He even made sure I understood the stretches and the treatment plan before I left the appt. During the appts, I will not lie it was painful because the amount of scar tissue I had built up in my hip. But Dr. miller constantly asked me how I was doing, and when I felt dizzy or it hurt to much he'd give me a break and/or lightened up on the pressure. There was even one point I had a question during the home routine and he got back to me with in that same day. Usually you wait days for your Dr. to reply to you. Over all, after my 4th appt, I graduated from their program but Dr miller is still checking up on me to make sure I am not having new pain and I am progressing. He was able to help me with this him pain and problem in less then a month with out surgery, needles, or even medications. I am so relieve and happy with the experience and I am truly happy I found Airrosti, because my next step was surgery. Dr. miller has kept me from having to have surgery at the age of 27. I highly recommend him and the whole Airrosti practice.
by Carlie Tunon
I've lived with soft tissue pain in my quad and hip for two years after I had a partial hip replacement due to a fall. I had several rounds of PT, steroid shots and was even taking Norco at least twice a week. Nothing helped. My pain continued and affected my ability to walk without a limp. I read about Airrosti on Facebook and did my research. When I read it only takes three sessions to get relief I was ecstatic! I made an appointment with Dr. Sandi Kramer at the office on Fredericksburg in San Antonio. She worked on my quad and hip for three sessions and my pain is 90% gone! Pete taught me some exercises and also taught me about small equipment you can buy to massage the pain points. I've learned so much more from Dr. Sandi and Pete th...+ show morean I ever did from any physical therapists. My quality of life has improved immensely. I'm back at the gym! I'm continuing my exercises they taught me. I highly recommend Airrosti if you want relief from whatever pain you are having. Three sessions!!!
by Mirta Martinez
About 3 weeks ago I was referred to Airrosti for some problem I had been experiencing in my hip for over a month. After being misdiagnosed 2 times by other medical professionals I was looking for a solution. I found it here at Airrosti. I saw Dr. Bryson Clark who quickly diagnosed the issue and began work on me right away. The natural therapy was a little uncomfortable and intense at first but ultimately very helpful. After seeing Dr. Clark I went to Megan for in home exercising instructions. She is very patient, deliberate and supportive in all of her directions. After my first visit I saw immediate results in naturally lowering the pain i was experiencing. I have continued with the at home exercises, and have been to 3 appointments. I ...+ show morecouldn't be happier with the results! I feel like I am making real progress in getting back to living my life free of pain and I didn't have to get any shots or injections. All natural! Thanks very much to Dr. Bryson Clark and Megan Leonard! I highly recommend anybody experiencing intense muscular pain to give these guys a try!
by Samuel Hunn
Six weeks ago it was all I could do to stand up and walk. After just a few treatments on my left knee & hip I can now get back to working around my place without the fear of overdoing it. As a freelance photojournalist (if I can't work, I don't make money). I reserved walking for the days I was working. Thank You Dr. Christy & Brian for giving me back my life!
by M Guy Morton
I've had hip pain for several years and I immediately felt relief after one visit with Airrosti. After three visits I have no pain and they equipped me with knowledge and exercises to strengthen those areas so I can be pain free for life! Dr. Rios was attentive, patient, and kind. I always left feeling heard and understood. She is incredibly knowledgeable about how our body works and she has a desire to genuinely help you.
by Jordan Washington
I'm extremely happy with the treatment and quick results I received from Dr. Bertrand and Alana. It was a direct answer to my prayers. I had been having fairly intense pain in my hip for about a year before seeking medical treatment. Thankfully, my primary care doctor recommended Airrosti treatment with Dr. Bertrand. Within 4 days of my first treatment, my pain level had been reduced by 40-50%. After only 2 visits (and about 10 days of home prescribed stretching and strengthening exercises), my hip was pain free, and complete mobility was restored! Thank you Dr. Bertrand and Alana!
by Audrey Conley
I have experienced hip and muscle pain for years. Dr. Offenburger and his team not only addressed the immediate issue of pain, and relieved it, they provided instruction and demonstration for ongoing exercises and stretches to correct the cause of the pain. Highly recommend them.
by Reid Fitzgerald
I started going to Dr. Gibson for hip pain associated with pregnancy. She did an incredible job releasing that pain and teaching me ways to avoid it each day. I am so thankful for her knowledge and expertise. She was fun to talk to and always had a positive attitude. I highly recommend her for anyone with any kind of pain.
by Michelle Rodriguez
I have been struggling with pain in my lower back and hip area for about 8 months.Today was my first appointment and my pain is cut in half. Today I'm a happy girl thinking I can get my life back.
by Patricia M.
