Thanks to your detailed symptom description — as well as a health history and comprehensive physical exam — your therapist should be able to determine the underlying cause of your hip pain. If you’re 55 or older, there’s a good chance your hip pain stems from osteoarthritis. This degenerative condition causes cartilage and bone tissue to break down, leading to pain and restricted mobility. However, hip pain can also stem from an injury. If you’re an athlete or particularly active person, you may have suffered an acute injury, such as a labral tear, in which a ring of cartilage in the hip socket becomes damaged. You may have also sprained your hip — that is, damaged the ligaments that hold the joint together. However, even if you haven’t had an obvious injury, an injury could still be to blame. Overuse injuries are injuries that develop gradually and, in the hip, generally affect the soft tissue — your muscles, tendons, and ligaments. They usually occur due to repetitive movements or improper biomechanics. Your treatment plan will vary based on the underlying cause of your pain, but in most cases, we aim to… • Help manage acute pain with manual therapy, modalities, or gentle stretches. • Improve mobility and range of motion through targeted stretches and exercises. • Build strength in the muscles surrounding the hip to support the joint. • Restore your ability to perform everyday movements, such as going up stairs — and for the athletes, we’ll help restore your ability to perform sport-specific movements. Identify a Cause & Develop a Treatment Plan
Understand Your Outcomes As with treatments, your exact outcomes will vary based on the underlying cause. However, other factors can come into play, too, such as age, health status, and the amount of time you can spend with physical therapy (whether in the clinic or performing home exercise programs). For example, osteoarthritis has no cure, but you can manage your symptoms with regular physical activity. If you stick with your prescribed exercise program, you can minimize pain, slow the progression of your condition, and delay or even avoid surgery. If you suffered an injury, you likely will be able to resolve your hip pain, usually within 1-3 months. However, if your injury was severe, full rehabilitation — the point at which you’ve fully restored strength and function — may take longer. Continuing any prescribed exercises is important even if you no longer feel pain. Start Your Own Journey to Hip Pain Relief Today No matter the reason for your hip pain, the physical therapists at Gold Coast Physical Therapy will guide you toward lasting relief. Call us today to schedule an appointment to get started.
Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33448767/ • https://www.choosept.com/guide/physical-therapy- guide-to-osteoarthritis-of-hip • https://www.physio-pedia.com/Hip_Pain_and_Mobility_Deficits
Recipe of The Month: Lemon Pasta with Green Beans
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes • ¾ tsp kosher salt
Ingredients: • 8 oz 227g pasta of choice • ½ lb green beans cut into 1-in pieces
• 1 tbsp lemon zest plus more for the end • 3 tbsp of freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 c extra virgin olive oil • 6 scallions sliced thinly • 4 garlic cloves, sliced
• ¼ cup walnuts, finely chopped • Freshly cracked black pepper
Directions: Bring a pot of water to a boil for the pasta, but don’t use too much water. For 8 ounces of pasta, 6 1/2 to 7 cups of water (1.5-1.7 L) is recommended. Once the water is nearly boiling, add a generous amount of salt (2 to 3 tsp kosher salt). Add the pasta and set a time for 2 minutes before the al dente cooking time listed on the package. Once the timer goes off, ladle out about ½ cup of pasta water and add the green beans to the pot. Cook for the remaining 2 minutes, until the pasta is al dente and the beans crisp-tender. Drain the pasta and beans. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a 12-inch sauté pan over medium heat. Once warmed, add the green onions and garlic. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until the garlic is just golden, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Add the red pepper flakes and ¾ tsp kosher salt and cook for 30 seconds. Add 1/4 cup of the pasta water to the pan and whisk to combine. Add in the hot cooked pasta and green beans, lemon zest, and 3 tbsp lemon juice, tossing to combine with tongs. Add a bit more pasta water, as needed to bring the sauce together. Taste, adding more of the lemon juice as needed. Finish with the chopped walnuts and season with salt and pepper to taste, and add more lemon zest as desired.
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