Three sports injuries that can lead to both lower back and hip pain

Dealing with minor aches and pains is something that many athletes take for granted. However, some athletes may develop moderate to severe lower back and hip pain, and these forms of pain are often caused by specific sports injuries.  It’s not uncommon for U.S. athletes to experience an aching lower back or hip. One medical […]

What exercises can I do for my lower back and hip pain?

The lower back, or lumbar region, and hips are closely linked by muscles and nerves, and often, a problem in one of these areas will lead to pain in both of them.  There are many issues that can trigger both lower back and hip pain. Osteoarthritis can affect structures in both areas and lead to […]

Can you have both lower back and hip pain?

It may seem odd, but the answer to this question is clearly found in a children’s song. Anyone who’s ever heard or sung “The Skeleton Dance” knows that “the hip bone’s connected to the backbone.” This is a simplistic interpretation of the connection between the hips and the lower back, but it illustrates that you […]

What’s causing me hip pain when I’m sleeping on either side?

Are you experiencing hip pain when sleeping on either side of your body? Working with a physical therapist can help you determine the source of your pain.  Hip pain is a common problem for Americans. One medical survey reports that more than 19% of the people who responded had hip pain. The survey also reveals […]

Two physical therapy exercises that can help your hips

Your hip joints are some of the most important structures in your body, and they’re involved in normal daily activities like walking, running and climbing stairs. However, problems with the muscles around your hip can trigger pain and other symptoms.  Hip pain is a common issue for Americans. Up to 40% of people who play […]

Three ways physical therapy can help people with a torn hip labrum

The hips are working every single time you walk or get into or out of a chair, and such common daily activities can be much harder when you have a torn hip labrum. However, a physical therapy plan can help you treat this hip injury.  The hip labrum is a piece of cartilage that lines […]

Two exercises that can help your hip bursa pain

Running or walking with poor form. Lifting heavy weights repeatedly with your legs. Weakness in your thigh or glute muscles. These are all factors that can lead to hip bursa pain or hip bursitis.  Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction between muscles and bones. One place where you can find these structures are […]

Is hip pain during pregnancy common?

Many women are aware that lower back pain and pelvic pain are common during pregnancy. However, they might not be aware that it’s also common to experience hip pain during pregnancies.  One study found that slightly more than 32% of women experienced hip pain while they were pregnant. There are many reasons why so many […]

Why are my hips so stiff all the time?

The most likely answer is that you’re one of the many people affected by hip osteoarthritis. This condition occurs naturally as the hips age, and it can also be related to past hip injuries.  Medical researchers agree that hip osteoarthritis is a common reason why people’s hips are so stiff. They estimate that 1 in […]

How can physical therapy help with hip bursitis?

Feeling pain at the point of your hip? Does it extend into the outside of your thigh? If you answered yes to these two questions, you likely have a condition called hip bursitis.  It’s estimated that 15% of women and 8.5% of men develop bursitis in one of their hips. This condition occurs in the […]

Why are my hips so stiff after sitting?

Do you always feel like your hips are stiff after sitting? Turns out, this is a pretty common experience. Sitting for a long time can affect your back, hips, knees and other parts of your body. Join us as we explore why your hips may be stiff after sitting, and find out how physical therapy […]

Why do I have hip pain during pregnancy and what can I do?

For many women, pregnancy leads to many positive feelings. It can cause joyful anticipation, for instance, but being pregnant can also lead to physical pain that you may not have felt before.  One issue that many women face during pregnancy is hip pain. A medical study from 2018 reports that over 32% of pregnant women […]