Understanding And Resolving Hip Pain
Hip pain can affect every step you take — literally. Whether you’re experiencing hip flexor pain, hip joint pain or discomfort that radiates into the lower back, Physical Therapy Associates provides evidence-based treatment to help you move freely again. We work with patients in Conroe and Huntsville to identify the root cause of pain and design an individualized plan for lasting relief.
How The Hip Works — And Why It Hurts
The hip is one of the body’s largest and most important joints. It’s a ball-and-socket joint, where the rounded head of your thigh bone (femur) fits into a cup-shaped socket in your pelvis (acetabulum). This design allows for a wide range of motion — walking, running, bending and twisting — while supporting much of your body’s weight.
The hip is surrounded by muscles, tendons and ligaments that provide stability and power. Key muscle groups include the hip flexors (lifting your leg), glutes (extending and rotating your hip) and adductors (bringing your legs together). When any of these muscles or the joint itself becomes irritated or injured, pain can occur.
Hip pain causes range from overuse injuries and muscle strains to arthritis, bursitis and labral tears. Sometimes discomfort develops suddenly, such as sudden hip pain without injury, which may result from inflammation, nerve irritation or an underlying medical condition. In women, hormonal changes during perimenopause can lead to perimenopause hip pain due to changes in bone density, muscle elasticity and joint lubrication.
Physical Therapy Treatments For Hip Pain
No matter your diagnosis, our goal remains the same — to restore your mobility and quality of life.
Your hip pain physical therapy plan may include:
- Manual therapy — Hands-on mobilization to improve joint movement and reduce stiffness
- Strengthening exercises — Targeting glutes, core and hip flexors for better support
- Stretching routines — Relieving tension and restoring flexibility in the hip muscles
- Dry needling — Addressing deep muscle trigger points for pain relief
- Posture and gait training — Improving movement patterns to prevent reinjury
We also provide hip flexor pain treatment and perimenopause hip pain treatment tailored to each patient’s needs.
Common Hip Pain Causes Treated In Physical Therapy
Why Does Your Hip Hurt?
- Hip flexor pain from overuse, sports or prolonged sitting
- Hip joint pain due to arthritis, bursitis or cartilage damage
- Lower back and hip pain from muscle imbalances or nerve irritation
- Pain in left hip area (female) often linked to hormonal or structural changes
- Sudden hip pain without injury caused by inflammation or strain
Why Choose Physical Therapy Associates
At Physical Therapy Associates, we’ve served the Conroe and Huntsville communities for decades, earning a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care. Unlike hospitals, which may charge significantly more for the same services, we provide affordable, patient-focused treatment in a welcoming environment.
Our experienced clinicians take time to listen, assess and create a hands-on, personalized plan for every patient. We accept most insurance plans and schedule new patients within 24 hours, so you can start your hip pain treatment without delay.
Hip Pain Treatment
Specialized Therapies For Complex Hip Pain
We’ll walk with you through every phase of your recovery — so you don’t just heal, you thrive.
Aquatic Therapy
Water-based therapy reduces joint stress while building strength and balance. Ideal for low-impact recovery and safe movement progression.
FCE Testing
Functional Capacity Evaluations help define what your body can safely do. Our clear, accurate testing supports disability and return-to-work decisions.
Orthopedic Therapy
Whether it’s a joint injury or chronic muscle pain, we tailor your orthopedic rehab to restore strength and function. It’s hands-on, one-on-one care that works.
Sports Rehabilitation
Whether you play for fun or competition, sports injuries need sport-specific recovery. We help you heal fast and play stronger.
Pre/Post-Operative Therapy
Recovery starts before surgery and continues with focused post-op rehab. We guide you every step to restore strength, movement and confidence.
Reclaim Confidence And Pain-Free Movement
Hip pain doesn’t have to slow you down. Whether you’re seeking hip joint pain physical therapy, PT for hip flexor pain or treatment for hip pain caused by arthritis or injury, we’re here to help you take the next step toward recovery.
Call Physical Therapy Associates today to schedule your evaluation in Conroe or Huntsville and start moving with confidence again.
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