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Hip Pain & Rehabilitation

Personalized therapy for hip arthritis, bursitis, impingement, labral injuries, fractures and joint replacement.

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25–30%
of adults over 45 experience hip osteoarthritis
Your goals
the activities you want to do comfortably again
Step by step
build strength, balance and confidence
Why you may be here

Hip pain physical therapy in Norwood and Norfolk

Hip pain can show up in the groin, buttock or outer thigh and affect walking, stairs, getting out of a chair and even putting on shoes.

Whether symptoms developed gradually or follow surgery or a fall, your program restores motion, strength, balance and trust in the leg.

We see patients with hip pain at our Norwood and Norfolk clinics, one-on-one, with the same therapist from the first visit to the last.

What you may be noticing

  • Groin, buttock or outer-thigh pain
  • Difficulty walking or using stairs
  • Pain after sitting
  • Stiffness getting in and out of a car
  • Clicking, snapping or limping

How physical therapy may help you

  • Restore hip and spine mobility
  • Strengthen the hip and trunk
  • Improve walking and balance
  • Prepare for or recover from joint replacement
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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Can physical therapy help hip pain without surgery?

Many hip problems, such as bursitis, tendonitis, muscle strains and arthritis, are treated with physical therapy. Your therapist checks how your hip, back and walking are working together and builds a plan to reduce pain and swelling and improve strength and motion. If surgery is being considered, that decision stays with you and your surgeon.

What should I expect in physical therapy after a hip replacement?

Early sessions focus on gently restoring motion and strength, walking, stair climbing, and getting in and out of bed and the car safely. Later sessions build strength and balance so you can return to your usual activities.

Why does my hip hurt when I sit for a long time?

Pain after sitting can come from tight or weak muscles around the hip joint, the tendons on the outside of the hip, or the lower back. Also, many of our joints like movement, and when they don't move for a period of time, they stiffen up and you can start to feel pain. Getting up and walking around a bit will often help reduce your discomfort. An evaluation helps sort out why it is happening and what treatment will help you.

Do I need a referral for hip physical therapy?

No. Massachusetts allows direct access to physical therapy. If your insurance plan requires a referral, our team can help coordinate it after your initial visit.

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Book an Appointment →Call (781) 769-2040