Struggling with Hip Pain? Let’s Talk Pelvic PT!

Dr. Sasha Speer, PT, DPT
Nov 13
2 min read

Updated: 4 days ago

Hip pain can be frustrating—and it’s more common than you think. Whether it’s an ache after long days at work, sharp pain during exercise, or discomfort that lingers postpartum, hip pain often feels like it comes out of nowhere.

But here’s the thing: your hips and your pelvic floor are deeply connected.

That means addressing one without the other might not give you lasting relief.

In this post, we’ll break down why hip pain happens, how it’s related to your pelvic floor, and why pelvic physical therapy could be the missing piece in your recovery.

Why Does Hip Pain Happen?

The hips are a major hub for movement and stability. They connect your upper body and lower body, supporting you in everything from walking to lifting to sitting.

But they’re also influenced by a complex network of muscles, ligaments, and nerves—including those of your pelvic floor.

Common causes of hip pain include:

Muscle imbalances (tight hip flexors, weak glutes)
Postural habits from sitting or standing
Pregnancy and postpartum changes
Hip impingement or labral tears
Overuse from running or high-intensity workouts

Here’s what’s often overlooked: pelvic floor dysfunction can amplify or even cause hip pain.

The Pelvic Floor–Hip Connection

Your pelvic floor attaches inside the pelvis and connects to muscles that stabilize your hips and spine. If the pelvic floor is too tight, it can pull on surrounding structures, limiting hip mobility and creating tension.

If it’s weak, your hips and low back pick up the slack—leading to pain and overuse injuries.

Symptoms that hint your hip pain might be linked to your pelvic floor:

Pain that worsens with sitting or standing for long periods
Clicking or tightness in the front of the hip
Hip pain paired with urinary urgency or leakage
Discomfort that started during pregnancy or after childbirth

How Pelvic PT Helps Hip Pain

At Auria Pelvic Health, we look beyond the hips themselves to address the root cause of pain.

Our pelvic PT approach includes:

Comprehensive Evaluation – We assess your pelvic floor, hip, core, and posture to see how everything works together.
Manual Therapy – Hands-on techniques to release tight hip and pelvic muscles, improve joint mobility, and reduce pain.
Nerve Mobilization – If the sciatic or obturator nerve is involved, we use gentle techniques to free up restrictions.
Customized Exercises – Targeted hip and core strengthening, breathing strategies, and movement retraining for lasting results.

Who Can Benefit?

Postpartum moms dealing with lingering hip discomfort
Athletes and runners with recurring hip pain
Desk workers with hip tightness from prolonged sitting
Anyone who hasn’t found relief from traditional PT or stretching alone

Ready to Ditch Hip Pain for Good?

Don’t settle for temporary fixes. If you’re struggling with hip pain, pelvic physical therapy might be the solution you’ve been missing. Our expert team at Auria Pelvic Health can help you move freely and feel your best again.

Auria Pelvic Health

8929 S Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 412

Los Angeles, CA 90045

Phone: 310-505-6096

Website: www.theaurialife.com