What’s Causing That Weird Hip Pain? (It’s Not Just Getting Older)
You sit down—your hip hurts. You get up—your hip still hurts. And sleeping? Forget it.
Most people assume hip pain is just part of aging. But if you’re under 80, you shouldn't be living with that kind of discomfort every day.
Surprising Causes of Hip Pain
The hip is a complex joint surrounded by nerves, muscles, and connective tissue. So pain in the hip doesn’t always come from the hip. Some hidden culprits include:
Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction – where your spine meets your pelvis
Piriformis syndrome – a tight muscle compressing the sciatic nerve
Hip bursitis – inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs that cushion your hip
Referred pain from the spine – often from a herniated disc or spinal misalignment
Arthritis or cartilage degeneration – wear and tear that leads to inflammation
Most people are surprised to learn their spine, pelvis, and posture are playing a huge role in their hip pain.
Why Traditional Treatments Fall Short
Standard advice usually includes:
Rest
Ice or heat
Pain meds
Eventually… joint replacement surgery
But those don’t address the root cause. At best, they provide short-term relief. At worst, they delay real healing.
Our Approach to Hip Pain
At Active Spine and Joint Institute, we look beyond the obvious. Our treatments focus on correcting underlying imbalances and supporting full-body healing:
Chiropractic Adjustments – realign the spine and pelvis to relieve pressure
Occupational Therapy – improves movement patterns, flexibility, and strength
Cold Laser Therapy – accelerates tissue repair and reduces inflammation
ECST – breaks up scar tissue and increases blood flow to the joint
PulseWave Therapy – stimulates regeneration and reduces tightness in the muscles
When we treat the source—not just the symptom—healing happens faster and lasts longer.
Don’t Wait Until It’s “Bone-on-Bone”
Too often, people are told they need surgery when there’s still time to heal without it.
“You might be one treatment away from walking pain-free again.”
Still living with nagging hip pain? Call Active Spine and Joint Institute today for a personalized evaluation. You deserve answers—and relief.
