What We TreatHip Pain
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What Causes Hip Pain?Hip pain can be a challenging and debilitating condition that affects mobility and quality of life.
At Cypress Physical Therapy, we specialize in addressing hip pain, leveraging our expertise to provide targeted solutions. There are several possible causes of hip pain, including
- Osteoarthritis: Degenerative wear and tear of the hip joint cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion, often associated with aging, previous injuries, or genetic factors.
- Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursae (fluid-filled sacs) around the hip joint, typically caused by repetitive overuse, trauma, or prolonged pressure on the hip.
- Tendonitis: Inflammation or irritation of the tendons around the hip joint, commonly caused by overuse, repetitive movements, or sudden increases in activity level.
- Labral tear: Injury or damage to the cartilage ring (labrum) that lines the hip socket, often resulting from trauma, repetitive movements, or structural abnormalities in the hip joint.
- Hip impingement (femoroacetabular impingement): Abnormal contact between the ball and socket of the hip joint, leading to pain, stiffness, and restricted range of motion, often due to structural abnormalities or repetitive movements.
- Muscle strain: Overstretching or tearing of the muscles around the hip joint, commonly caused by sudden movements, overuse, or inadequate warm-up.
Physical therapy can be highly effective in managing hip pain and promoting recovery. Treatment approaches may include:
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Pain Management
Utilizing modalities such as ice, heat, ultrasound, or electrical stimulation to reduce pain and inflammation in the affected area.
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Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques such as joint mobilization, soft tissue massage, and myofascial release to improve joint mobility, reduce muscle tension, and alleviate pain.
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Strengthening Exercises
Prescribing specific exercises to strengthen the muscles around the hip joint, including the hip abductors, adductors, flexors, and extensors, to improve stability and support.
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Stretching Exercises
Incorporating stretching exercises to improve flexibility and range of motion in the hip joint and surrounding muscles, reducing stiffness and promoting optimal function.
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Core stabilization
Implementing exercises to strengthen the core muscles, including the abdominals, obliques, and lower back muscles, to improve pelvic stability and reduce strain on the hip joint.
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Gait Analysis and Training
Analyzing walking mechanics, addressing abnormalities in gait patterns, stride length, and foot placement to optimize walking mechanics and reduce strain on the hip joint.
Our philosophy revolves around being leaders in rehabilitation. We are dedicated to helping you reclaim a pain-free life, enabling you to return to the activities you love. Don't let back pain limit you – let us guide you on the path to a healthier, more active you.
