The hip joint can endure wear and tear and repeated motion. Its design allows smooth, fluid movement. It has a cushion of cartilage that helps prevent friction when you move. While this ball-and-socket joint is the body’s largest with a functional design, it’s not indestructible. Our chiropractor offers many treatment options, which are highly effective for patients experiencing hip pain.
Hip pain can result from many factors, including irregularities of the soft tissues, joints, bones, nerves, and blood vessels of the hip. Some diseases can cause hip pain as well, including arthritis, trochanteric bursitis, and shingles. Other causes of hip pain include trauma or injury to the hip, often from a spine or back problem.
Any illness or injury that irritates the hip joint will create space to fill with fluid, causing the hip capsule lining to stretch. This pain worsens with activity and can eventually cause a reduced range of motion, or even a limp.
*Disclaimer: Results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person.
Yes, chiropractic effectively treats hip pain from joint dysfunction, muscle imbalances, and referred pain from the lower back. We address the underlying mechanical causes rather than just masking symptoms at Back Pain, Neck Pain & Headache Relief Center of Pleasanton.
Chiropractic addresses hip pain from sacroiliac joint dysfunction, hip joint restrictions, muscle strains, bursitis, and referred pain from lumbar spine conditions affecting the hip region.
Chiropractic focuses on restoring proper joint mechanics and nervous system function. This non-invasive approach addresses root causes without medication, injections, or surgery.
Most patients notice improvement within 6-10 sessions. Chronic hip conditions may require additional visits. We provide a personalized care plan after your initial assessment at our Pleasanton chiropractic center.
We use hip and pelvic adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and therapeutic exercises. Treatment may also address the lumbar spine and sacroiliac joint since these areas affect hip function.
Many patients with hip arthritis find relief through gentle chiropractic techniques. While arthritis itself cannot be reversed, improving joint mechanics may reduce pain and maintain mobility.
We provide specific stretching and strengthening exercises for hip stabilizers. These home activities help maintain treatment benefits and prevent recurrence between office visits.
Yes, chiropractic is generally safe for hip bursitis. We modify techniques to avoid direct pressure on inflamed bursae while addressing underlying joint mechanics contributing to bursitis.