What Is Hip Pain Physiotherapy and How Is It Practiced?

 

Hip pain physiotherapy focuses on helping individuals manage discomfort, improve mobility, and restore function in the hip region. Hip pain can arise from various causes, including joint wear and tear, muscle strain, overuse, injuries, or post-surgical recovery. Whether the pain is new or ongoing, physiotherapy offers a guided, movement-based approach that supports recovery in a safe and gradual way.

The process begins with a detailed assessment by a physiotherapist, who will ask questions about when the pain started, how it affects movement, and what activities are most limited. The assessment may include testing for range of motion, strength, posture, balance, and walking patterns. This information helps form a care plan that reflects the individual’s symptoms, comfort level, and personal goals.

Treatment may involve exercises to strengthen the muscles that support the hip joint, improve flexibility, and promote better movement control. For example, weak gluteal muscles or tight hip flexors can place additional stress on the hip, so exercises are often targeted to address those imbalances. Stretching, manual therapy, and mobility work may also be included to reduce stiffness and support overall function.

In some cases, education plays a key role—helping individuals modify activities that may be contributing to pain or adjust how they move during daily routines. Whether walking, sitting, climbing stairs, or standing for long periods, small changes in movement habits may help reduce discomfort and prevent further strain.

At Granville Physiotherapy, we provide hip pain physiotherapy with a focus on individual needs, pacing, and day-to-day goals. Each care plan is created to support recovery at a sustainable rate, with attention to how symptoms respond over time.

If hip pain is limiting your movement or daily comfort, contact Granville Physiotherapy to learn how physiotherapy may help guide your recovery.