Hip Pain Treatment

Q: How will my hip pain symptoms progress?

Typically, hip pain will begin in one area (usually lateral or groin), and then spread down the leg or to the buttock

Q: When should I seek treatment for hip pain?

Usually the earlier the better, but if it is progressing or has not resolved within 1-2 weeks.

Q: How long will hip pain treatment typically last?

That varies per condition, but usually 4-8 visits should take care of it as long as the patient does their part by performing their home program.

Q: When can I return to work after a hip injury?

That is often decided by your MD, but we all work together to decide that as a team.

Q: When can I return to playing sports if I have hip pain?

When symptoms have resolved and you pass a return to sports test. It is also dependent on which sport you are involved in.

Q: How can I sleep with hip pain?

Whatever is most comfortable, however most people find sleeping on the opposite side with a pillow between the knees is helpful.

Q: Does SportsCare take my insurance?

Most likely, yes, however we will call your insurance company to confirm that is the case. Here is a list of the insurance plans accepted by SportsCare Physical Therapy and Armworks Hand Therapy. If you are unsure of your coverage or if your plan is accepted, contact one of our offices; we are happy to assist you in learning about your benefits.

Q: Where is SportsCare located?

SportsCare Physical Therapy has offices in Gresham, Sandy, NE Portland, Clackamas, Beaverton, and Salem. For location specific contact information click here.

What is it?

The hip joint is the largest ball and socket joint in the body and connects the body’s trunk to the legs. It bears the body’s weight, holds the force of the strong hip and leg muscles, and provides balance and stability when both standing and in motion. Hip pain can be associated with injuries, overuse activities, chronic conditions, or related to aging. Hip pain may limit range of motion and make walking or weight bearing difficult. Pain can be described as sharp and grabbing or constant and aching and felt in the outside of the hip, in the groin, or radiate down the thigh to the knee.

Causes

Hip pain is most frequently associated with an aging body, but also has other common causes:

Acute injuries to the hip or pelvis (such as a fall)
Core muscle injuries (sports hernias)
Overuse activities (cycling, running, swimming, etc)
Inflammation (arthritis)
Improperly fitting shoes with poor support
Overweight/Obesity
Inactivity
Advanced age/osteoarthritis

What We Treat

SportsCare Physical Therapy has extensive experience rehabilitating a variety of hip condition diagnoses. Our Physical Therapists regularly treat:

Total hip replacement Partial hip replacement
Hip fractures
Hip resurfacing
Labral tears
Sports Hernias
Femoral acetabular impingement
Arthritis, Bursitis, Tendonitis
Sciatica

Treatment

SportsCare Physical Therapists not only to take into account your hip injury or condition, but also your goals, activity level, and general health. SportsCare Physical Therapists will first perform a professional evaluation and then build a personalized treatment regimen that may include: