HIP PAIN TREATMENT
BOOK ONLINESpecialist Hip Pain Physiotherapy in Cambridge
Hip arthritis, bursitis, gluteal tendinopathy, and groin pain all respond well to expert physiotherapy assessment and treatment. Roshan develops personalised programmes to address the underlying cause and restore comfortable, pain-free movement.
What to Expect from Treatment
Hip pain can originate from the joint itself (osteoarthritis, labral tears), the surrounding tendons (gluteal tendinopathy, adductor strains), bursae, or be referred from the lumbar spine. Careful clinical examination differentiates between these sources and guides appropriate management. Gluteal tendinopathy, often misdiagnosed as bursitis, responds excellently to a progressive loading programme. Hip osteoarthritis is managed with strengthening, mobility work, and activity modification. Groin pain in athletes requires assessment of the adductors, hip flexors, and pubic symphysis. Treatment is always graded and progressive, respecting tissue healing timelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between hip bursitis and gluteal tendinopathy?
Research now shows that most lateral hip pain previously called 'bursitis' is actually gluteal tendinopathy — a condition of the tendons rather than the bursa. Treatment focuses on progressive loading of these tendons rather than rest alone.
Can physiotherapy help delay hip replacement?
Yes. Structured exercise and physiotherapy can significantly reduce hip pain and improve function, often delaying the need for joint replacement by months or years.
Book Your Appointment in Cambridge
MSK Injury Care is located at Salus Wellness Clinics, Norman House, Cambridge Place, Cambridge CB2 1NS. We also serve patients from Ely, Newmarket, Huntingdon, St Neots, and surrounding Cambridgeshire villages. No GP referral needed - book online or call 01223 398 091.