Move Without Restriction or Discomfort Again

Ares Physical Therapy in Elm Grove treats hip pain by identifying dysfunction and restoring strength, stability, and pain-free movement.

Hip pain affects how you walk through your neighborhood in Elm Grove, how you sit during long meetings, and whether you can sleep comfortably at night. When you deal with arthritis, labral tears, hip impingement, bursitis, or chronic tightness that limits your workouts, you need treatment that identifies the root dysfunction and builds a plan to restore full function.

Ares Physical Therapy treats hip arthritis, total hip replacement recovery, hip labral tears, hip impingement, bursitis, tendonitis, groin strains, hamstring injuries, IT band syndrome, and sciatica referred from the lower back. Hip pain is rarely isolated. It often connects to core weakness, ankle mobility restrictions, or lumbar dysfunction. We assess your entire movement system to identify all contributing factors and ensure lasting results.

If hip pain is limiting your daily activity or athletic performance in Elm Grove, get in touch with Ares Physical Therapy to begin treatment.

How we rebuild hip strength and mobility

Treatment begins in Elm Grove with a detailed movement assessment, including gait analysis to identify compensation patterns, hip range of motion testing, and core stability evaluation. We use manual therapy to restore hip joint mobility, dry needling to release deep muscle trigger points, and cupping to improve tissue quality and blood flow.

After treatment, you will notice improved hip extension when walking up stairs, reduced stiffness when standing from a chair, and the ability to sleep on your side without discomfort. Hip pain is often linked to core weakness, ankle mobility, or lumbar dysfunction.

Your program includes targeted hip and core strengthening to rebuild stability, flexibility work to restore range of motion, and functional training that prepares you to return to running, lifting, or athletic competition. We focus on movement quality, not just symptom relief, so you can perform better and avoid recurrence.

Common concerns before booking your first visit

Hip pain can feel confusing, especially when the source is unclear or multiple issues seem connected. These questions address practical concerns people have before starting care.

What causes hip pain that radiates down the leg?
Pain radiating down your leg often comes from sciatica, where nerve compression in your lower back refers pain into your hip and thigh. Sometimes hip joint dysfunction or muscle tightness mimics nerve pain, which is why thorough assessment matters.
How do I know if I need hip replacement surgery or just physical therapy?
Physical therapy is often effective for hip arthritis, labral tears, and impingement when joint structure remains intact. If conservative treatment does not improve your symptoms after several weeks, we help you determine whether surgical consultation is appropriate.
What does manual therapy do for hip joint restrictions?
Manual therapy applies controlled pressure and movement to the hip joint, breaking up adhesions and restoring normal gliding between joint surfaces. This reduces pain, improves range of motion, and allows strengthening exercises to work more effectively.
Why does my hip hurt more after running in Elm Grove?
Running aggravates hip pain when you lack hip stability, have tight hip flexors, or compensate for weakness in your glutes. Repetitive impact without proper mechanics increases stress on the joint and surrounding muscles, causing inflammation and discomfort.
What should I avoid doing while recovering from hip pain?
Avoid prolonged sitting, which tightens your hip flexors and compresses the joint. Modify activities that cause sharp pain, but continue moving within tolerable ranges to maintain blood flow and prevent stiffness.

Whether you are recovering from hip replacement surgery, managing arthritis, or working to return to running and lifting, Ares Physical Therapy provides individualized treatment in a private, focused environment. All care is delivered by a board-certified Doctor of Physical Therapy who understands the complete kinetic chain. Learn more about hip pain treatment at Ares Physical Therapy in Elm Grove.