Hip Pain
Hip pain can come from the joint itself, the surrounding muscles, or from restriction elsewhere in the spine and pelvis. At Two Sparrows, we evaluate the whole picture to understand what's actually driving your discomfort.
Symptoms We Commonly See
Aching or sharp pain in the hip, groin, or outer thigh
Stiffness getting up from sitting or after periods of rest
Pain that worsens with walking, climbing stairs, or certain movements
Discomfort that seems connected to low back or pelvic tension
Understanding Hip Pain
Hip pain location often provides useful clues about the underlying cause, since different structures around the hip tend to produce pain in different areas.
Why It Happens
Hip pain often stems from a combination of joint restriction, muscular imbalance, and compensations that build up from the low back or pelvis. Because the hip is closely connected to pelvic and spinal mechanics, restriction in one area frequently shows up as pain in another.
Pain Location and Likely Source
Front of the hip/groin — often related to the hip joint itself
Side of the hip — often related to the bursa or tendons on the outer hip (sometimes called greater trochanteric pain syndrome)
Back of the hip/buttock — often related to the sacroiliac joint or referred pain from the low back
Common Contributing Factors
Restriction or misalignment in the low back or pelvis
Muscular imbalance, particularly weak gluteal muscles
Repetitive activity, especially running or activities with repetitive hip flexion
Age-related joint changes
When to Seek Medical Evaluation
Seek prompt medical evaluation for hip pain following significant trauma, inability to bear weight, visible deformity, or fever accompanying hip pain. For gradual-onset hip pain with significant stiffness, particularly in older adults, a conversation with your physician about joint health is also reasonable alongside chiropractic evaluation.
Our Approach
We evaluate alignment and movement through the hip, pelvis, and low back together, since treating the hip in isolation often misses the underlying cause. Adjustments are targeted to the specific areas of restriction identified during your exam.
This information is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
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It's common for low back or pelvic restriction to contribute to hip pain, which is why we evaluate more than just the hip itself.
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Chiropractic care can support overall joint function and comfort, though it isn't a cure for arthritic changes. We're happy to discuss what's realistic for your specific situation.
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This depends on the underlying cause and how long you've had symptoms — we'll discuss a plan after your exam.
— not thinking twice before a walk, a hike, or getting up from a chair because of pain that's quietly become part of your daily routine.
Holistic, non-invasive chiropractic care helps to provide a clear and hopeful path forward for you and your family, meeting you exactly where you are, whether you're dealing with a nagging ache that's overstayed its welcome or searching for real answers after years of being told to just live with it. You don't have to have all the answers today — just a willingness to explore what's possible, one gentle step at a time.