Hip Pain

Hip pain is a common problem that can affect anyone — from active athletes to people who sit many hours a day. The hip is a powerful joint that supports your body weight, helps you walk, climb stairs, squat, and rotate. When something becomes irritated or overloaded, pain can develop slowly or suddenly and begin to limit daily activities.

Hip pain may come from different structures such as muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, or even the lower back. Some of the most common causes include muscle strain, tendinopathy, arthritis, bursitis, labral irritation, poor movement mechanics, and previous injuries. You may feel stiffness, clicking, sharp pain when moving, or discomfort when sitting, walking long distances, or sleeping on your side.

Physiotherapy plays a key role in understanding why the hip hurts — not just where. A proper assessment looks at posture, movement control, muscle strength, mobility of the hip and spine, and how you load the joint during daily activities. Treatment usually includes manual therapy, targeted strengthening, mobility exercises, posture retraining, and education on how to move safely. A personalized exercise program helps reduce pain, improve stability, and restore confidence in movement.

If hip pain is persistent, worsening, or accompanied by strong swelling, trauma, or numbness, it’s important to speak with a healthcare professional. Early assessment and the right plan can prevent long-term problems and help you return to your normal life faster.