Hip Pain Treatment in Ballina
Whether your hip pain developed gradually over time or started after an injury, we'll help identify what's contributing to your symptoms and create a personalised plan to get you back to doing the things you enjoy.
✔ Health Fund Rebates Available
✔ Medicare Plans Accepted
Is Hip Pain Stopping You From..
Walking comfortably?
Sleeping on your side?
Going for long walks?
Running or exercising?
Playing sport?
Keeping up with your children or grandchildren?
Hip pain can make everyday activities frustrating and may gradually reduce your confidence in movement. Our goal is to help you understand your pain and get back to living an active life.
Why Isn't My Hip Pain Going Away?
Many people assume persistent hip pain means their joint is "worn out" or that surgery is inevitable.
In reality, ongoing hip pain is often influenced by a combination of factors, including:
Reduced hip strength
Changes in activity levels
Joint irritation
Tendon overload
Previous injuries
Poor sleep and recovery
Avoiding movement due to pain
Understanding what is driving your symptoms is often the key to improving them.
What Causes Hip Pain?
Hip pain can arise from several different structures and conditions.
Gluteal Tendinopathy
A common cause of pain on the outside of the hip, often aggravated by:
Walking
Stairs
Lying on the affected side
Standing for long periods
Hip Osteoarthritis
Age-related changes within the hip joint can contribute to stiffness, reduced mobility and pain.
Importantly, many people with arthritic changes remain active and functional with the right management approach.
Hip Joint Irritation
The hip joint itself can become sensitive and painful, particularly during activities involving bending, twisting or prolonged sitting.
Muscle and Tendon Injuries
Strains involving the glutes, hip flexors or adductors can contribute to pain and reduced function.
Bursitis
Irritation around the outside of the hip is commonly labelled as bursitis, although tendon involvement is often also present.
Referred Pain
Sometimes symptoms felt in the hip may actually originate from the lower back or surrounding structures.
How Can Osteopathy Help Hip Pain?
Treatment is tailored to your symptoms, goals and lifestyle.
Comprehensive Assessment
Understanding:
The source of your symptoms
Contributing movement patterns
Strength and mobility deficits
Factors slowing recovery
Hands-On Treatment
May include:
Joint mobilisation
Soft tissue treatment
Movement-based techniques
Exercise Rehabilitation
A key part of recovery often involves:
Improving glute strength
Improving hip mobility
Building tolerance to walking, running and daily activities
Gradual return to sport and exercise
Education
Helping you understand your diagnosis and what you can do to support recovery.
Our approach focuses on:
Understanding why your symptoms developed
Identifying what's keeping them going
Improving strength and movement capacity
Helping you return to the activities that matter most
The goal isn't just to reduce pain—it's to help you move confidently again.
Common Conditions We Treat
Gluteal tendinopathy
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
Hip osteoarthritis
Hip bursitis
Hip flexor strains
Groin pain
General hip pain
Persistent hip pain
Ready To Start Living Pain-Free?
Whether you’re dealing with a new injury or ongoing Hip pain, we’ll help you understand the cause and build a clear path forward.