Lateral hip and glute pain can be more than just an annoyance—it can severely impact your daily activities, making it uncomfortable to walk, sit, or even sleep. These issues are often linked to conditions like gluteal tendinopathy, bursitis, or tightness in the iliotibial (IT) band. Fortunately, physiotherapy can provide significant relief and evidence demonstrates it is often more effective or aids in the effectiveness of more invasive treatments such as injections.
How Physiotherapy Can Help
Accurate Diagnosis: The first step in addressing hip and glute pain is identifying the root cause. Physiotherapists conduct thorough assessments to pinpoint the exact problem, whether it's inflammation, muscle imbalances, or biomechanical issues.
Targeted Exercises: Weakness in the gluteal muscles or imbalances in the hip stabilizers are common culprits of lateral hip pain. A physiotherapist will create a customized exercise plan to strengthen these muscles, improving stability and reducing strain on the affected area. Our pelvic health therapists at the clinic can also be brought in to help identify any other contributing factors such as weakness or tightness within the pelvic floor, core or deep hip rotator muscles!
Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques can alleviate muscle tightness and improve joint function. These treatments help in reducing pain and increasing the range of motion, allowing for more comfortable movement and strengthening.
Education and Prevention: Learning proper movement patterns and posture as well as activity modifications while you recover can prevent the recurrence of hip and glute pain. Our physiotherapists will also offer guidance on activity modification and stretching routines to maintain muscle flexibility and joint health.
Lateral hip and glute problems are common - and that's okay - but they are treatable. With the right physiotherapy approach, you can reduce pain, restore function, and get back to your favorite activities without the constant discomfort. Don’t let a pain in the butt slow you down— come for an assessment with one of our experienced physiotherapists and start your journey to recovery today.
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