Hip Pain Physiotherapy Treatment
Comprehensive physiotherapy solutions for all types of hip pain, from arthritis and bursitis to sports injuries and post-surgical rehabilitation. Our evidence-based approach provides lasting relief without surgery.
Hip Pain Symptoms
- ✓Pain in the hip, groin, outer thigh or buttocks
- ✓Stiffness or limited range of motion
- ✓Pain that worsens with activity or prolonged sitting
- ✓Difficulty walking, climbing stairs or squatting
- ✓Clicking, locking or catching sensation in the hip
What Causes Hip Pain?
Hip pain can originate from various structures within or around the hip joint, including bones, cartilage, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bursae (fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction). The hip is a ball-and-socket joint designed for both mobility and stability, making it vulnerable to multiple conditions.
Hip pain affects people of all ages and activity levels. Active individuals may experience pain from overuse injuries or sports-related trauma, while older adults commonly develop degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis. Pain can also be referred from the lower back, mimicking hip problems.
Common Types of Hip Pain
- Osteoarthritis: Age-related wear and tear of the hip joint cartilage, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced movement
- Hip Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursae, especially the trochanteric bursa on the outside of the hip, resulting in pain when walking or lying on the affected side
- Labral Tears: Damage to the labrum (cartilage ring that helps secure the ball within the socket), often causing sharp pain and catching sensations
- Tendinitis: Inflammation of the tendons that connect muscles to the hip bone, typically from overuse
- Hip Impingement (FAI): Abnormal contact between the ball and socket, which can damage the joint and cause pain during specific movements
- Snapping Hip Syndrome: A tendon sliding over the bony prominence causing a snapping sensation, sometimes with pain
- Muscle Strains: Overuse or injury to muscles surrounding the hip joint, especially in athletes
Risk Factors for Hip Pain
- Age (especially for arthritic conditions)
- Previous injury to the hip
- Regular high-impact activities or sports
- Occupations requiring heavy lifting or prolonged standing
- Repetitive movements that stress the hip joint
- Obesity, which increases pressure on weight-bearing joints
- Anatomical abnormalities in the hip structure
- Muscle imbalances or weakness in the core, hips or legs
When to Seek Professional Help
You should consult with a physiotherapist if your hip pain:
- ✓Persists for more than 1-2 weeks despite rest
- ✓Is severe or getting progressively worse
- ✓Limits your ability to walk, work, or sleep
- ✓Followed a fall or injury to the hip region
- ✓Comes with swelling, redness, or warmth around the hip
- ✓Associated with fever or unexplained weight loss
Did You Know?
The hip joint is one of the most stable joints in the body, yet it allows for impressive range of motion in multiple directions.
Weak gluteal muscles are a common contributing factor to many hip problems, even in athletic individuals.
Many patients with hip osteoarthritis can significantly delay or avoid surgery with proper physiotherapy and lifestyle modifications.
Related Conditions
Our Treatment Approach for Hip Pain
Key Treatments
- Manual therapy techniques to relieve muscle tension
- Therapeutic modalities (IFT, TENS, ultrasound) to reduce pain
- Gentle range of motion exercises within pain-free limits
- Activity modification guidance to prevent aggravation
- Heat/cold therapy for pain management
Expected Outcomes
- Decrease pain levels
- Reduce inflammation
- Begin restoring normal movement patterns
Key Treatments
- Progressive hip mobilization techniques
- Targeted stretching for tight muscles around the hip
- Functional strengthening exercises for hip stabilizers
- Balance and proprioception training
- Gait training if walking is affected
Expected Outcomes
- Improve hip joint mobility
- Restore muscle length
- Build basic strength in hip stabilizers
- Begin functional movement patterns
Key Treatments
- Progressive resistance training for hip and core muscles
- Advanced functional exercises specific to daily activities
- Sport-specific training (if applicable)
- Postural correction and ergonomic advice
- Home exercise program for long-term management
Expected Outcomes
- Optimize hip muscle strength
- Return to full functionality
- Prevent future recurrence
- Self-management strategies
Patient Success Stories
See how our patients with hip pain have experienced relief through our specialized physiotherapy treatments
i had lower back pain for 3 months as a result of gym injury and it's been 11days of physiotherapy by Dr. Surbhi and it is really very effective because i dont feel the pain which i normally did plus i am able to get back in my original lifestyle thanks to the best physiotherapist....Highly Recommended!!
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This content was reviewed for medical accuracy by Dr. Surabhi Bansal, BPT, MPT (Ortho) with 14+ years of clinical experience.
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Real Reviews From Our Patients
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I was having hip pain for months and was told I might need surgery. I decided to try physiotherapy first and visited Dr. Surabhi Bansal at Modern Physio, Vaishali Nagar. She worked on strengthening the muscles around my hip and improving my joint mobility. The pain reduced significantly and I avoided surgery. Best physiotherapy clinic in Jaipur for hip pain.
I am Daksh choudhary 21 year guy. I love doing gym. I was doing dead lift 2 years back. At that time injury happened. My back started paining but i ignored than one day i fell from stairs and landed on hip. That time pain was crucial. Now back started paining than one of my friend was taking physio from dr surabhi and i came here dr diagnosed with Disc bulge(slip disc). She sent me for MRI for confirmation and it was same as she told. I am coming here since 5-6 days and pain is getting better than before.
I recently visited Modern Physio due to unexpected hip pain that was seriously affectingme. Dr. Surbhi Bansal provided transformative care by conducting a thorough assessment and identifying the root cause of my pain. Her personalized treatment plan included manual therapy and targeted exercises to strengthen and stabilize my hip muscles. Improvements were noticeable within a few sessions, and her advice on posture and movement techniques helped avoid future issues. Thanks to Dr. Surbhi Bansal's expertise and support, I regained full range of motion and comfort.
My mother had bad hip pain since a month . And it was coming from hip to knee. I live in Kanakpura and I searched on google best physiotherapist near me and I found modern physio . I took my mother to dr surabhi’s clinic. She started treating mom and it been 4 days she is feeling much better than before. Thank you Mam.
I had severe pain in my lower back and hip. I could not even sit properly because the pain increased a lot while sitting. I searched for Modern Physio on Google, and here ma’am gave me some stretching and machine-based treatment. Now I am feeling much better. Ma’am told me that this pain was due to sciatica. Thank you Dr. Surabhi and Modern Physio. 🙏