Category: hip pain

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What Is Causing My Hip Pain?

July 26th, 2022

Many people experience hip pain at some point throughout their life. It can limit a person’s ability to stand, sit or walk for long periods and can impact participation in sport and recreational activities. But what causes hip pain? The following article will discuss various factors that can contribute to this type of pain.  Intra-articular

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3 Common Hip Injuries

February 10th, 2022

Have you experienced hip pain when walking or going up stairs? Are you worried that your hip feels unstable? This article will go over 3 common hip conditions and the differences between them. Hip Labral Tear The hip labrum acts like a cushion for the hip joint. It is like a rubber seal to help

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Is Hip Impingement Keeping You From Being Active? PT can help!

December 10th, 2021

The hip is one of the most mobile joints in the body, responsible for movement of the lower extremity. It also plays a significant role in stability as the largest weight bearing joint in the body. A healthy hip joint allows for mobility in daily life and in your favorite activities. This is especially important

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Tight Hips? Use These 4 Stretches to Open Them Up!

September 24th, 2021

Flexibility is an often overlooked aspect of physical fitness. However, it is just as important as strength and endurance! Being more flexible has many benefits, including lowering your risk of injury, decreasing pain, improving posture and balance, and improving performance in sports. One area of the body that people usually complain about being “tight” is

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Your Hip “Popping” Could Be Snapping Hip Syndrome

August 23rd, 2021

Have you ever felt or heard your hip snapping when you walk, kick, stand up, or participate in your favorite sports? If so, you could be experiencing a condition called snapping hip syndrome. Anyone can experience snapping hip, but it occurs more often in those who participate in sports or activities that require repeatedly bending

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Why We Should Strengthen Our Hips

May 7th, 2020

As low back pain and hip pain become increasingly prevalent in the United States, people are overlooking the importance of hip strength and its influence on these health conditions.  Motions of the Hip Joint The hip joint is a ball and socket joint that allows your hip to move in 6 different motions. Each hip

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