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Hip Pain Treatment Grand Rapids
Find the source of your hip pain and get real relief at The Chiropractic Doctors. We treat hip bursitis, sciatica-related hip pain, and mobility problems with hands-on chiropractic care on 28th Street SE in Grand Rapids.
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Understanding Hip Pain
What Causes Hip Pain?
The hip is a ball-and-socket joint designed for a wide range of motion. It supports your upper body during walking, running, sitting, and bending. Because of the forces it handles every day, the hip is vulnerable to several types of injury and degeneration. Problems can develop in the joint itself, in the muscles and tendons surrounding it, or in the nerves that travel through the area.
Hip bursitis is one of the most common causes of hip pain in Grand Rapids patients. The bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion the bones, tendons, and muscles near the joint. When a bursa becomes inflamed, it causes a deep ache on the outside of the hip that can spread down the thigh. This pain is often worse at night, making it difficult to sleep on the affected side.
Other common causes include osteoarthritis (wear and tear on the joint cartilage), labral tears, hip flexor strains, IT band syndrome, and referred pain from the lower back. Sciatica can produce sharp, burning pain that starts in the buttock and radiates into the hip and down the leg. Patients from Cascade, Kentwood, Forest Hills, and Ada come to our 28th Street SE office for all of these conditions. The key is figuring out which structure is generating the pain, so we can treat it at the source.
Bursitis Care
Hip Bursitis and Chiropractic Care
Hip bursitis frequently develops when the pelvis is misaligned. A rotated or tilted pelvis changes the angle at which muscles pull across the hip joint. Over time, this altered mechanics irritates the bursae and produces chronic inflammation. Many patients try rest, ice, and over-the-counter anti-inflammatory drugs, but the pain keeps coming back because the underlying alignment issue remains.
Chiropractic adjustments address the root cause by restoring proper pelvic alignment. Dr. Matthew Phinney uses Thompson Drop Table technique to gently correct pelvic rotation and sacroiliac joint dysfunction. When the pelvis sits level and balanced, the muscles and tendons around the hip can relax and the bursae can heal. Most patients with hip bursitis notice a significant reduction in pain within the first few weeks of care.
We also use Class IV laser therapy to speed up healing in the inflamed tissue. The laser penetrates deep into the hip area, increasing blood flow and reducing swelling at the cellular level. Combined with adjustments and targeted stretching, this approach gives our Grand Rapids patients faster, more complete relief than any single treatment alone.
Your Treatment Options
Treatment Options for Hip Pain
At The Chiropractic Doctors, your hip pain treatment plan is built around what your exam reveals. We never use a one-size-fits-all approach. Dr. Phinney, Dr. Drew Bailey, and Dr. Alec Papes each bring different strengths to the team, and your care may involve one or more of the following therapies.
Pelvic and spinal adjustments are the foundation of our hip pain treatment. By correcting alignment in the lumbar spine, sacroiliac joints, and pelvis, we remove the mechanical stress that is driving your hip symptoms. Learn more about our adjustment techniques.
Rehabilitation and strengthening target the hip flexors, glutes, and core muscles that stabilize the pelvis. Weakness in these muscles is one of the most overlooked causes of recurring hip pain. Our rehabilitation program includes in-office exercises and a home plan you can follow between appointments.
Sciatica-related hip pain requires a different approach. When the sciatic nerve is compressed in the lower back, pain can radiate into the hip, buttock, and leg. In these cases, lumbar adjustments and nerve decompression techniques are the priority. Visit our sciatica treatment page for more details on how we treat nerve-related hip symptoms.
Mobility Restoration
Can a Chiropractor Help With Hip Mobility?
Absolutely. Restricted hip mobility is one of the most common complaints we hear at our Grand Rapids practice. Patients describe a stiffness that makes it hard to tie their shoes, get in and out of the car, or walk without a limp. This stiffness usually comes from joint restriction, muscle tightness, or both.
Chiropractic adjustments restore normal motion to joints that have become restricted. When the sacroiliac joints and lumbar vertebrae move freely, the hip joint itself has more room to work. Dr. Phinney often sees dramatic improvements in hip range of motion after just a few adjustment sessions, especially when combined with targeted stretching of the hip flexors, piriformis, and IT band.
If you live in Grand Rapids, Cascade, Ada, or Wyoming and your hip feels locked up or stiff, do not wait for it to get worse. Early treatment preserves joint health and prevents compensatory injuries in the knees and lower back. Call (616) 432-3103 to schedule your $47 new patient consultation, or use the form on this page to request an appointment online.
Common Questions
Hip Pain Treatment FAQ
Can a chiropractor treat hip pain?
Yes. Chiropractors are trained to evaluate and treat the joints, muscles, and nerves that affect the hip. At The Chiropractic Doctors in Grand Rapids, we use spinal and pelvic adjustments, rehabilitation exercises, and Class IV laser therapy to reduce hip pain and improve mobility. Many hip problems originate from misalignment in the pelvis or lower spine, which is exactly what chiropractic care addresses.
What is hip bursitis and how is it treated?
Hip bursitis is inflammation of the small fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion the hip joint. It causes a deep, aching pain on the outside of the hip that often gets worse at night or when you lie on that side. Treatment at our Grand Rapids office includes adjustments to correct pelvic alignment, laser therapy to reduce inflammation, and targeted stretches to relieve tension in the surrounding muscles.
How do I know if my hip pain is from my back?
Hip pain that radiates from the lower back or buttock, comes with numbness or tingling down the leg, or gets worse when sitting for long periods is often related to spinal misalignment or a compressed nerve. Dr. Phinney will perform a thorough exam to determine whether your hip pain starts at the hip joint itself or is referred from the lumbar spine.
How long does hip pain treatment take?
Most patients begin to feel improvement within two to four weeks of starting care. The total treatment length depends on the severity and duration of your condition. Acute hip pain from a recent strain may resolve in four to six visits, while chronic hip bursitis or degenerative changes may require a longer plan. Your doctor will set clear expectations after your $47 initial consultation.
Is hip pain treatment covered by insurance?
Most insurance plans cover chiropractic care for hip pain. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Priority Health, Medicare, and many other plans. Call (616) 432-3103 and our team will verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Stop Living With Hip Pain
Schedule your $47 new patient consultation at The Chiropractic Doctors and find out what is causing your hip pain. Our team will build a treatment plan to get you moving freely again.
The Chiropractic Doctors
5747 28th Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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