What is Hip Pain?
Hip pain is a common musculoskeletal condition that can affect people of all ages, from young athletes to older adults. It may develop suddenly following an injury or gradually due to overuse, muscle weakness, arthritis or changes within the hip joint.
The hip is a large ball-and-socket joint that supports your body weight during walking, running, climbing stairs and everyday activities. Because many muscles, tendons, ligaments and bursae surround the joint, pain can originate from several different structures and may be felt in the groin, buttock, outer hip or upper thigh.
Most hip conditions respond well to physiotherapy, helping to reduce pain, improve movement and restore strength without the need for surgery.
How Can Physiotherapy Help?
At Greenacre Physio, we carry out a comprehensive assessment to identify the cause of your hip pain before developing a personalised rehabilitation programme tailored to your symptoms, lifestyle and goals.
Treatment may include:
- Comprehensive assessment and diagnosis
- Manual therapy where appropriate
- Individualised exercise programmes
- Hip mobility and flexibility exercises
- Strengthening of the gluteal, hip and core muscles
- Balance and movement retraining
- Gait assessment and walking advice
- Activity modification
- Return to work and sport rehabilitation
- Long-term injury prevention strategies
Our goal is to reduce pain, improve movement and help you return to everyday life, work and sport with confidence.
Why Choose Greenacre Physio?
At Greenacre Physio, we understand how hip pain can affect walking, climbing stairs, sleeping, exercising and even simple daily activities such as putting on socks or getting in and out of the car.
Our clinicians use evidence-based assessment and rehabilitation to identify the underlying cause of your symptoms rather than simply treating the pain. Every rehabilitation programme is tailored to your individual needs, helping you achieve long-term improvements and reduce the risk of recurrence.
Appointments are available at our Essex and Cambridge clinics, with home visits and virtual consultations also available where appropriate.
What to Expect
Your first appointment will include a detailed discussion about your symptoms, medical history, occupation, hobbies and goals. We'll assess your hip movement, strength, flexibility, walking pattern and functional activities such as squatting, stair climbing or single-leg balance.
Where appropriate, we'll also assess your lower back and knee, as these areas can sometimes contribute to hip pain.
Following your assessment, we'll explain our findings in clear, straightforward language and develop a personalised rehabilitation programme. You'll receive practical advice and exercises from your first appointment, with treatment progressing as your symptoms improve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes hip pain?
Hip pain can result from a variety of conditions, including muscle or tendon injuries, bursitis, arthritis, hip impingement, labral injuries and referred pain from the lower back. A thorough assessment helps identify the underlying cause and guide the most appropriate treatment.
Can physiotherapy help hip arthritis?
Yes. Physiotherapy is one of the main treatments for hip osteoarthritis. Strengthening exercises, movement advice and activity modification can help reduce pain, improve mobility and maintain independence.
Do I need a scan?
Not usually. Many hip conditions can be diagnosed through a clinical assessment and improve with physiotherapy. If we believe further investigations such as an X-ray or MRI scan are required, we'll advise you and liaise with your GP or consultant where appropriate.
Can I continue exercising?
In most cases, yes. Remaining active is important, but you may need to temporarily modify your activities. We'll guide you on how to exercise safely while your symptoms improve.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can self-refer directly to Greenacre Physio. We also accept referrals from GPs, consultants, insurers, employers and case managers.
Book an Appointment
If hip pain is affecting your work, exercise or everyday activities, we're here to help. Book an appointment at one of our Essex or Cambridge clinics, arrange a home visit or schedule a virtual consultation with one of our experienced physiotherapists.
Together, we'll identify the cause of your symptoms and create a personalised rehabilitation programme to help you move comfortably and confidently again.
Common Hip Problems We Treat
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Gluteal tendinopathy
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS)
- Hip bursitis
- Hip impingement (FAI)
- Labral tears
- Muscle strains
- Tendon injuries
- Hip flexor pain
- Groin pain
- Piriformis syndrome
- Post-operative hip rehabilitation
- Hip pain related to running or sport
- Hip pain during pregnancy
Why Choose Greenacre Physio for Hip Pain?
Hip pain can significantly impact your mobility, independence and quality of life. At Greenacre Physio, we combine detailed clinical assessment with evidence-based rehabilitation to identify the underlying cause of your symptoms and develop a treatment programme tailored specifically to you.
Our clinicians have experience treating a wide range of hip conditions, from sporting injuries and tendon problems to osteoarthritis and post-operative rehabilitation. Whether you're recovering from gluteal tendinopathy, hip impingement, arthritis or following hip surgery, we'll help you reduce pain, improve strength and movement, and return to the activities that matter most with confidence.