Hip Pain
Hip pain is a common issue, affecting at least 10% of the population. At Pineapple Chiropractic and Podiatry, chiropractor and board-certified podiatrist Hyunjae (Albert) Lee, D.P.M., D.C., diagnoses the cause of hip discomfort in Clifton NJ and Midtown East NY and treats it naturally. Schedule an evaluation at Pineapple Chiropractic and Podiatry by phone or request one online today.
What is hip pain?
Hip pain is a symptom of an underlying medical issue, such as a disease, injury, or age-related wear. Your risk of experiencing hip pain often increases with age. If the discomfort is severe or doesn’t go away with rest and home care, visit Pineapple Chiropractic and Podiatry for an evaluation.
What might hip pain present as?
Hip pain may appear as any of the following:
- Aching
- Sharp pain
- Decreased range of motion
- Limited mobility
- Stiffness
- Swelling
- Stabbing discomfort
- Pain with movement
- Tingling
- Radiating or shooting pain
You might have hip pain when exercising or completing simple everyday tasks, such as working at your job, running errands, or doing household chores.
What may cause hip pain?
Common risk factors for hip pain include the following:
- Aging
- Wear-and-tear
- Poor-fitting shoes
- Sports, work-related, or car accident injuries
- Arthritis
- Bursitis
- Dislocation
- Osteoporosis
- Falls
- Sprains or strains
- Tendinitis
- Other soft tissue injuries
Pineapple Chiropractic and Podiatry finds the root cause of your hip discomfort to ensure the most effective diagnosis and treatment.
How is the reason for my hip pain diagnosed?
Dr. Lee and the team discuss your lifestyle, symptoms, medical history, and more to pinpoint the cause of hip pain. They check your vital signs, complete a physical exam, and may order blood tests, X-rays, or other imaging procedures before personalizing your hip pain treatment plan.
How does my provider treat hip pain?
Pineapple Chiropractic and Podiatry offers an array of treatments for hip pain. You may be a candidate for one or more of the following:
- Ice or heat packs
- Massage
- Physical therapy
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Gonstead method
- Graston Technique®
- Active Release Technique® (ART)
- Footmaxx orthotics
- DolorClast® shockwave therapy
- Custom nutrition plans
- Dietary supplements
- Weight management
- Specialist referrals
It’s helpful to adopt healthy habits to reduce your chance of further pain and worsening injuries.
If you have a complex or severe hip problem that requires surgery, Dr. Lee refers you to a skilled surgeon who can help.
Visit Pineapple Chiropractic and Podiatry as needed to eliminate hip discomfort and complete stretching and strengthening exercises at home as directed.
Schedule a hip pain evaluation at Pineapple Chiropractic and Podiatry by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.
