Hip and Back Pain After Total Knee Replacement

Total knee replacements are pretty common and are expected to become even more so in the next few years. They’re most often performed on people who suffer from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, and anyone who has a traumatic knee injury.  Although total knee replacements are meant to relieve chronic knee pain, they may actually end […]

Why is one of your hips tighter than the other? 4 potential explanations

Have you ever tried to perform an exercise during a workout that left your hip feeling tight and potentially even painful? Tightness in the hips can not only be frustrating to deal with, but can also make seemingly simple exercises and movements difficult to perform.  If you have one hip that’s tighter than the other, […]

3 factors that can cause hip stiffness after sitting

Many people sit for several hours each day. Whether you work at a desk in an office or at home, sitting can place immense pressure and strain on your joints. Sitting for long periods of time can also restrict blood flow to the muscles around your joints, leading to hip tightness and even pain when […]

What’s your body saying when there is a sharp, stinging pain in your hip?

Hip pain can be debilitating, no matter your age. A study showed that 20% of older adults reported experiencing hip pain on a daily basis. At the same time, a study of adult soccer players showed that up to 55% of their injuries were linked to hip pain. Whether you’re an older adult or an […]

Why do I feel pain from hip to knee on the outside of my leg?

Your knees and hips are intricately connected by a series of nerves, ligaments, and tendons. A simple imbalance in your hip alignment or posture can strain your knee joints and increase your pain. In fact, a study showed that more than 11% of older people reported having a combination of both hip and knee pain […]

Hip bursitis recovery can be faster thanks to 2 exercises

A study showed that about 2 out of every 1,000 people develop hip bursitis every year. Hip bursitis is a painful condition caused by inflamed bursae, which are fluid-filled sacs between soft tissue and bones. They help reduce the friction between bones by releasing synovial fluid that encourages joints to glide over each other easily. […]

4 super exercises for reducing postpartum hip pain

Your pelvic region is a ring of bones at the bottom of your spine that includes your tailbone, your sacrum and your hip bones. When a woman gives birth, these bones can sometimes take a beating. Pain in the hips is one of the most common complaints of women who have recently given birth. Postpartum […]

Common hip injuries that occur in the workplace

While injuries such as muscle strains and knee injuries are far more common, hip injuries in the workplace can and do still happen. Hip injuries are often caused by overuse of muscles and joints, but they can also be caused by workplace accidents such as slipping and falling. According to the CDC, 95% of all […]

Need some stretches for hip osteoarthritis symptoms? Here are 4 that PT experts recommend

Hip osteoarthritis (or degenerative joint disease) is a chronic condition that causes the articular cartilage to break down. When left untreated, it can cause pain and loss of mobility in the hip joint. Treatment for this condition can include medication, staying active and physical therapy. Stretching exercises are a great way to help keep muscles […]

Why would my physical therapist have me do the kneeling hip flexor stretch?

It is not always a bad thing to question the treatments that medical professionals prescribe for you. Doing so shows that you are engaged in your treatment. Also, asking questions is an excellent way to learn more about the methods being used to treat you. Asking yourself, “Why is my physical therapist having me do […]

How Active Release Techniques® works to release tight hips

You might be feeling pain in your lower back or knee, but did you know that your pain may actually be rooted in tight hips?  The flexibility and mobility of your hip joints is important to how you walk, run and do other normal daily tasks. Tight hips can lead to changes in how you […]

Three stretches physical therapists use for hip arthritis

Arthritis can make your hips feel tight and difficult to move, and this can make you feel like you don’t want to move around as much. In turn, not moving around enough can actually increase your hip arthritis pain.  There are many people who experience this chain of circumstances. In fact, medical studies report that […]