Hip Pain Treatment In Des Moines
Find Real Relief From Hip Pain
Hip pain has a way of showing up in unexpected places, sometimes as pain in the hip itself, other times as discomfort that seems to come from the lower back or even radiate down the leg. That overlap is part of why hip pain can be tricky to pin down without a real evaluation.
At ADIO Chiropractic Clinic, Dr. Jeffery Stickel and Dr. Luis Amador-Gaxiola start by figuring out whether your pain is coming from the joint itself, the surrounding muscles, or referred pain from the spine, since the treatment for each looks different. Getting that distinction right from the start saves you from months of chasing the wrong fix.
Ready to move more freely again? Request an appointment today.
Understanding Hip Pain Treatment
Why Hip Pain Needs A Correction-Focused Approach
The hip sits at the crossroads between the spine and the leg, which means pain here can come from the joint itself, from the lower back, or from both at once. Treating it as a single, isolated ache often leaves the real source untouched. Dr. Stickel and Dr. Amador-Gaxiola separate out where the pain is actually originating before deciding how to treat it.
Common Causes Of Hip Pain
Hip pain can stem from a variety of sources, and it's common for more than one to be involved at once.
- Joint restriction, where the hip isn't moving through its full range of motion, often leading to compensation elsewhere in the body
- Referred pain from the lower back, where nerve irritation in the spine causes discomfort that shows up in the hip
- Old injuries, including falls or strains that never fully resolved
- General wear and tear, common as the joint absorbs impact over the years, often showing up as stiffness that's more noticeable first thing in the morning
Is It Really Your Hip?
Hip pain is one of the trickier areas to self-diagnose, since pain felt in the hip can actually be coming from the lower back, while a true hip joint problem can sometimes be felt in the groin or thigh instead. This is why a proper evaluation matters more here than with most other joints. Getting that distinction right from the start means you're not spending weeks treating the wrong area.
Hip Pain Treatment Options At ADIO Chiropractic Clinic
Depending on what's causing your hip pain, treatment may include:
- Extremity Adjustments to restore proper movement directly to the hip joint
- Chiropractic Rehabilitation & Corrective Care to diagnose the full scope of the issue and build a longer-term plan
- Decompression Therapy for pain related to lower back nerve irritation that's showing up in the hip
Since hip and lower back issues so often overlap, getting an accurate diagnosis up front saves you from months of treating the wrong area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes hip pain?
Hip pain often comes down to joint restriction, where the hip isn't moving through its full range and other areas start compensating for it. Old injuries and general wear and tear are common too, but because the hip sits so close to the lower spine, pain here can also be a symptom of something happening in the back rather than the hip itself.
Can lower back problems cause hip pain?
Yes, and it's one of the more commonly missed connections. Nerve irritation in the lower back can refer pain into the hip in a way that feels exactly like a hip problem, which is why an evaluation needs to rule out the spine before assuming the joint itself is at fault.
Are extremity adjustments effective for hip pain?
For hip pain that's actually coming from the joint itself, extremity adjustments can be an effective way to restore movement directly where it's restricted. This differs from a typical spinal adjustment, since it targets the hip joint on its own rather than the surrounding vertebrae, which matters once the evaluation confirms the hip, not the lower back, is the real source.
How do I schedule an appointment with a hip pain chiropractor near me in Des Moines?
Scheduling is simple. Request an appointment online, and our team will follow up quickly to confirm your visit. We look forward to helping you move freely again.