Hip pain can dramatically impact your quality of life. It can interfere with simple daily activities, making tasks like walking, climbing stairs, or getting in and out of a car painful and challenging. Chronic hip pain can also lead to sleep disturbances, mood changes, and a decreased ability to participate in hobbies or social activities. The physical limitations imposed by hip pain can have a profound impact on your overall well-being and independence. Understanding the potential causes of hip pain and available treatment options is crucial to help you find relief and regain an active lifestyle.

 

Anatomy of the Hip Socket

The hip is a complex ball-and-socket joint formed between the acetabulum, a part of the pelvic bone. The shape of this joint makes it capable of moving in all directions: forward and backward, side to side, and inward and outward rotation. There is a tremendous amount of force that passes through the hip joint regularly. Daily activities such as walking, bending, crouching, and lifting apply force to the hip. 

Causes of Hip Pain

Hip pain doesn't always mean there's a problem in the hip joint. Therefore, understanding the root cause is essential for determining the most effective treatment approach. Some common causes of hip pain include:

• Inflammation - Can be triggered by an injury or illness.
• Inflammatory Diseases - Including rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, or inflammation of the spine (ankylosing spondylitis).
• Referred Pain - Experiencing pain in the hip, but the actual source is located elsewhere.
• Osteoarthritis - Involves a cycle of progressive cartilage loss and joint degeneration.
• Overuse Injuries - Routine daily activities that place stress on the hip can cause inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and ligaments surrounding the hip.
• Trauma - Including fractures and dislocations of the hip or pelvis.

 

Hip Replacement is not the only solution for Hip Pain

Following a comprehensive evaluation, we develop personalized treatment plans tailored to the root cause of your hip pain. Our focus is on natural healing, and we believe surgery should be a last resort. Some of our hip pain treatment options include:

Nutraceuticals - Medical foods to help reduce inflammation in the body
Instrument Adjusting - Chiropractic adjustments using the activator technique
Hip Decompression - A gentle mechanical stretch to increase joint space
Stem Cell Therapy - Utilize the body's natural healing potential to heal degeneration
PRP Injections - Harness the power of platelets to accelerate tissue repair
Cold Laser Therapy - Reduces inflammation and pain using quick pulses of light