Hip Pain Chiropractor
What Causes Hip Pain?
Hip pain is discomfort or soreness felt in the hip joint and can range from a dull aching sensation, to a sharp pain that may be felt when walking or exercising.
Hip pain is a common condition that affects people of all ages. There are various conditions and injuries that can cause hip pain. Here are some of the most common causes:
- Arthritis: Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can cause inflammation and breakdown of the hip joint cartilage.
- Injuries: Overuse, trauma, and repetitive motions can cause damage to bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
- Bursitis: Bursae are fluid-filled sacs in the hips that can become inflamed and cause pain. Repetitive activities that overwork the hip joint can cause bursitis.
- Tendinitis: Tendinitis is inflammation of the tendons caused by repetitive stress.
- Muscle or Tendon Strain: Overuse of the muscles and tendons that support the hips can lead to pain and impaired function.
- Hip Labral Tear: Athletes and people who perform repetitive twisting movements are more likely to develop a hip labral tear.
Hip Pain Treatment Melbourne
Chiropractic care for hip pain is an effective way to relieve pain and increase mobility. A combination of therapies may be required to treat your hip pain. Your Chiropractor may apply the following treatments:
- Massage therapy: during massage therapy, the chiropractor will use their hands to manipulate the soft tissue in the hip area, promoting blood flow and reducing tension
- Manual Therapy: are performed by a chiropractor who gently manipulates the joints and muscles in the hip area to realign the bones and reduce pain.
- Electrotherapy: uses electrodes to deliver electrical current to muscles and nerves, reducing pain and increasing range of motion.
- Spinal manipulation: an effective method for treating hip pain by restoring the alignment of the spine and reducing the pressure on the spinal cord and nerve bundles. The result is improved healing and increased mobility, resulting in reduced hip pain.
- Rehabilitative Exercise: may be recommended by our Chiropractors in order to help you increase strength, flexibility, and range of motion, leading to a faster and more comprehensive recovery. These exercises have the potential to both reduce pain and stop additional injury.
What Hip Conditions Do Chiropractors Treat?
Chiropractors are healthcare professionals who specialise in treating conditions related to the hips, such as pain or discomfort. Some common hip conditions treated by Chiropractors include:
- Hip joint pain: may be caused by a variety of factors, including joint wear and tear, injury, or inflammation. Chiropractors can help to reduce hip joint pain by using manual adjustment techniques to restore proper alignment to the joint and reduce pressure on surrounding tissues.
- Hip osteoarthritis: occurs when the cartilage that cushions the hip joint wears down over time, leading to pain and stiffness. Chiropractors may use manual adjustment techniques to help reduce pain and improve mobility, as well as provide advice on lifestyle changes to help slow the progression of osteoarthritis.
- Hip labral tears: the hip labrum is a ring of cartilage that helps to stabilise the hip joint. Tears to this tissue can cause pain and instability in the hip. Chiropractors may use manual adjustment techniques to help restore proper alignment to the hip joint and reduce pressure on the labrum, as well as provide exercises to help improve hip stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Chiropractic care is considered a safe and effective treatment option for hip pain. Chiropractors are trained professionals who use gentle, non-invasive techniques to help alleviate discomfort.
The number of visits needed will vary depending on the cause and severity of your hip pain. Your Chiropractor will work with you to develop a customised treatment plan that addresses your specific needs and goals.
No, you will not need to take pain medication while receiving Chiropractic care for hip pain. Chiropractic care is a non-invasive and drug-free treatment option.
Yes, chiropractic adjustments are effective in treating sciatica, a common cause of hip and lower back pain.
Sciatica is the most common cause of hip pain that travels down your leg. This occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back to the legs, becomes compressed or irritated.
Another main cause is a herniated disc. This is when the lower back can put pressure on the sciatic nerve, causing hip pain that radiates down the leg.
Chronic hip pain at night affects around one in five people aged over 65. It can disturb your sleep and make it difficult to fall asleep. There could be many different causes of hip pain at night, including:
- Poor sleeping position
- Bursitis
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Hip tendonitis
- Pregnancy
- Accidents or injuries
- Being overweight
- Referred pain
When choosing between a Chiropractor or an Osteopath for hip pain, it’s important to consider several factors, like the cause of the pain, your personal preferences, and what type of treatment you prefer.
A Chiropractor uses manual adjustments to treat pain and improve function in the musculoskeletal system. If your hip pain is due to a problem with your spine, a Chiropractor may be a good choice.
An Osteopath takes a more holistic approach and considers the relationship between the body’s structure and function. Osteopath’s use manual techniques to improve circulation, reduce swelling, and balance the body. If your hip pain is caused by posture or musculoskeletal alignment, an osteopath may be a good choice.
To find the best professional for your hip pain, Contact us today so we can help you determine which one is right for you.