Physical Therapy Treatment for Hip Labral Tears

Home /Hip Physical Therapy Treatment for Hip Labral Tears Hip labral tears occur when the labrum, a band of cartilage surrounding the hip joint, is irritated. Labral injuries can occur after trauma or as a result of repetitive stress to the hip joint. Individuals who...

Physical Therapy Treatment for ITB Syndrome

Home /Hip Physical Therapy Treatment for ITB Syndrome IT (Iliotibial) band syndrome is a non-traumatic overuse injury that can result in pain at either the outside of the hip or knee.  IT band syndrome is common in runners and endurance athletes.  Physical Therapy...

Physical Therapy Treatment for Hip Tendonitis/Tendinopathy

Home /Hip Physical Therapy Treatment for Hip Tendonitis/Tendinopathy Hip tendonitis can affect multiple tendons attaching to the hip. Although the term “tendinitis” indicates the presence of inflammation (“itis” means “inflamed”), newer research indicates that the...

What is Hip Impingement and How Do We Treat It?

Home /Hip What is Hip Impingement and How Do We Treat It? Hip impingement, medically referred to as Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), involves abnormal contact between the thigh bone (femur) and the hip socket (acetabulum). Some cases require surgery while others...
When is PT not appropriate for hip pain?

When is PT not appropriate for hip pain?

Home /Hip When is PT not appropriate for hip pain? In some cases, patients with hip pain will be referred to a different provider. While this is rare, we want to be certain we, as physical therapists, are able to help. Some of the symptoms we look for include: Fever,...