Hip · Trenton, MI
Hip Pain
Physical therapy for hip pain at Total Body Rehab — evaluation-driven, one-on-one care in Trenton, serving all of Downriver.
Hip pain shows up in different places depending on the source: groin pain usually points to the joint itself, side-of-hip pain to tendons and bursae, and buttock pain often traces back to the spine or deep hip muscles.
Because those sources are treated very differently, an accurate evaluation is the most valuable first step — and it's where we start.
Common signs & symptoms
- Groin, side-of-hip, or buttock pain
- Pain with walking, stairs, or rising from a chair
- Stiffness that limits putting on shoes and socks
- Night pain lying on the affected side
- Clicking, catching, or a sense of tightness
How physical therapy helps
Treatment matches the source: joint mobilization and strengthening for arthritic hips, progressive tendon loading for gluteal tendinopathy, spine treatment when the back is referring pain, and movement retraining throughout. The hip responds impressively to strength — it's one of the most rewarding joints to rehab.
Treatments we use
- Manual therapy
- Glute & hip strengthening
- Tendon loading
- Dry needling
- Gait retraining
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my hip pain is really from my back?
Buttock-dominant pain that changes with spine position, or that tingles or travels, often originates in the back. Our evaluation screens both — treating the wrong area is the most common reason 'hip' pain doesn't improve.
Is walking good or bad for hip pain?
Usually good in the right dose. We'd rather adjust your distance and terrain than stop you — and build your capacity so walking gets easier week over week.
Can PT delay a hip replacement?
Frequently, yes. Strengthening and mobility work reduce arthritic hip pain enough that many patients defer surgery for years — and those who eventually have it recover faster for being stronger going in.
This page is general education, not a diagnosis. For advice about your specific situation, schedule an evaluation or talk with your physician.