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How do we track your progress?
We define patient-centered goals as what you hope to accomplish from physical therapy. While these are typically activity-specific goals, often patients report they just wish to experience less pain.
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.
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 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 main driver of tendon pain comes from non-inflammatory pathologies known as tendinopathies.
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).
When is PT not appropriate for hip pain?
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...
Hip Fractures
Hip Fractures Hip fractures are a common injury that occurs in older people. Symptoms may include pain around the hip that worsens when attempting to bear weight. Usually, people with a hip fracture cannot walk. Hip fractures often occur as a result...
Can the back be involved with my hip/leg pain?
Can the back be involved with my hip/leg pain? Yes, the lumbar spine can absolutely cause pain into the hip and/or legs. This is more likely to be the case if you also have pain in your back and/or back-specific activities that cause hip and/or leg...
Total Hip Replacement
Total Hip Replacement Hips are the second most common joint that is replaced (knees are number one). Depending on where the surgeon does the surgery, you may have precautions. Since the posterior (rear) approach involves cutting through muscles, you...
Hip Arthritis
Hip Arthritis Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of hip pain in older adults (older than 50 years of age). Studies have shown up to 27% of adults have hip arthritis. Pain from hip osteoarthritis may be in the front, side, groin or in the...