The Osteopath
Osteopaths are trained to treat many different parts of the body, including the hip. How Osteopaths treat the hip however, strongly correlates to what type of hip compliant you may be suffering from.
Some examples of Hip Pain can include:
- Excessive overuse leading to wear and tear to the joint capsule.
- Hip bursitis.
- Osteoarthritis of the hip joint.
- Referred pain to the hip from the low back of pelvis.
- Pelvic girdle pain from pregnancy.
The Osteopaths role will be to preform a thorough physical and/ or neurological examination around the hip region to diagnosis the cause of pain. Once this has been achieved, your Osteopath will likely treat the affected area if deemed necessary to try help alleviate your pain.
It is important to note, although, your Osteopath can not cure such conditions like Osteoarthritis of the Hip joint. They can significantly help elevate some pain through a wide range of techniques.
Techniques may include:
- Massage.
- Deep soft tissue.
- Joint manipulation.
- Articulation.
- Muscle energy techniques.
- Dry needling.
- Cupping.
- Education.
- Exercises rehabilitation.
These techniques may be used to improve the mobility and biomechanics of your hip to help improved movement and decreased pain.
What Are Some Great Exercises For Hip Pain Relief?
Click the following link to view our Instagram or Facebook page to locate some hip exercises.
We post both stretches and mobility exercises to help with hip pain.
Do You Have Any Additional Questions?
Reach out to our reception team via email or call, if you would like to know more about Osteopathy and how it may help your hip pain.