Potential Diagnosis
Osteoarthritis of the hip
Impingement of the hip
Labral tear
Adductor muscle strain
Gluteal tendinopathy
Piriformis syndrome
Proximal Hamstring tear
The hip joints main function is to support the weight of the body in both static (standing) and dynamic (walking, running) postures. They are important in retaining balance and lack of control around the hip can lead to issues with the lower back and sacroiliac joint. If you are experience any of the following, we can help
- Pain in the groin when sitting, standing from sitting or when walking
- Clicking and clunking in the hip on movement
- Pain in the buttock after prolonged walking or running
- Pain deep in the hip when walking or bearing weight through the joint
- Swelling on the outside of the hip
- Functional and muscle balance issues following surgery (e.g. total hip replacement)
Potential Diagnosis
Trochanteric bursitis
Osteitis Pubis
Muscle tear
Stress fracture
Avascular Necrosis
Sciatic nerve irritation
Hip flexor strain
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