Hip pain treatment in Farnham
Hip pain can make the simplest things hard work: getting out of the car, climbing the stairs, putting your socks on or lying on your side at night. Whether it came on suddenly or has been building for months, it can wear you down and stop you doing the things you enjoy.
At Lake Therapy, we help people with hip pain every week, from runners and walkers to people living with arthritis. We find out what’s really causing your pain, ease it, and build the strength and movement you need to get back to normal life.
Prefer to talk first? Call us on 01252 449458 or book a free Discovery Call.
About hip pain
Your hips are large ball-and-socket joints that carry a lot of your body weight. They’re surrounded by strong muscles, tendons and ligaments that keep you steady when you walk, run, climb and bend.
Pain around the hip doesn’t always start in the hip joint itself. It can come from the tendons on the outside of your hip, the muscles of your groin or buttock, or even your lower back, pelvis or knees. That’s why a thorough assessment matters so much. Getting the right diagnosis is the first step to the right treatment.
Common causes of hip pain
- Osteoarthritis. Wear and change in the joint, often felt as stiffness and a deep ache in the groin or front of the hip, especially first thing in the morning or after sitting.
- Tendon problems on the outside of the hip. Often called gluteal tendinopathy or trochanteric bursitis, this causes pain on the side of your hip that’s often worse lying on that side or climbing stairs.
- Muscle strains. Groin, hip flexor and buttock strains are common in running, football and other sports.
- Overuse. A sudden increase in walking, running or training can overload the tissues around the hip.
- Pain referred from elsewhere. Your lower back, pelvis and sciatic nerve can all send pain into the hip and buttock.
- Problems lower down. The way your knees and feet move can change the load going through your hips.
Signs it’s time to get your hip checked
- Pain in your groin, the side of your hip or your buttock that isn’t settling
- Stiffness when you get up from a chair or out of the car
- Pain at night, especially lying on your side
- A limp, or your hip giving way
- Difficulty with stairs, putting on shoes and socks, or getting in and out of the bath
- Pain that is stopping you walking, running or playing sport
When to get urgent help: if you’ve had a fall and can’t put weight on your leg, if your hip is very hot and swollen, or you feel unwell with a fever as well as hip pain, contact your GP, NHS 111 or A&E straight away.
How physiotherapy helps hip pain
A thorough assessment
We look at your hip, back, pelvis, knees and how you walk, so we find what’s really keeping your pain going.
Hands-on treatment
Joint mobilisation, soft tissue work and massage can ease pain and stiffness and help your hip move more freely.
Strengthening exercises
Targeted exercises for your glutes, hips and core take load off painful tissues and help keep pain from coming back.
Advice for everyday life
Simple changes to how you sit, sleep, walk and train can make a big difference while your hip settles.
Arthritis support
Exercise is one of the most effective ways to manage hip arthritis. We build a plan that keeps you moving with less pain.
Working with your GP
If we think you need a scan, injection or a surgical opinion, we’ll tell you honestly and help you get the right referral.
Read more about how physiotherapy can help in our article on physiotherapy to avoid hip surgery.
What to expect
- Your Initial Consultation. This takes about an hour. You share your story and health history, and we carry out a thorough examination of your hip, back and legs and the areas around it.
- Your Report of Findings. Within a day or two, we explain what’s going on, set your goals, give you your personalised care plan and start your first treatment.
- Your course of treatment. Hands-on treatment, exercise and advice, matched to your goals. We check your progress regularly and adjust the plan as you improve.
- Your home programme. Simple exercises to do between sessions, so you keep making progress on your own.
How long it takes depends on you and what we find. We’ll give you an honest idea of timescales once we’ve assessed you, and if we think another professional is better placed to help, we’ll tell you and refer you on.
Helping yourself at home
While you wait for your appointment, a few simple things can help:
- Keep moving gently. Short, regular walks are usually better than long rests.
- Avoid the positions that aggravate it. Crossing your legs or sitting in very low chairs can make some hip pain worse.
- Try a pillow between your knees if side-lying at night is painful. Our article on sleeping positions for pain relief has more ideas.
- Build up gradually. If running or walking flares your hip, reduce the distance rather than stopping completely, and get it checked.
Why choose Lake Therapy
An experienced team
Our team of around 17 includes 9 Physiotherapists and Graduate Sports Therapists with a wide range of specialisms. Our Graduate Sports Therapists hold BSc or MSc degrees in Sports Therapy.
Everything under one roof
Physiotherapy, sports therapy and sports massage in one clinic, so your plan can mix the methods that suit you best. There’s free parking right outside the door.
Hours that fit your life
- Monday to Friday: 7am to 8pm
- Saturday: 7am to 1.30pm
- Sunday: closed
No referral needed
You can book directly with us. No GP referral is needed, and you’ll get a clear plan from your very first visit.
What our clients say
Not sure where to start with hip pain?
Book a free 15-minute Discovery Call and speak to a senior member of our team about your hip. We’ll listen, answer your questions and explain your options before you commit to anything.
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Hip pain FAQs
Can physiotherapy help hip pain?
Yes. For most types of hip pain, including arthritis and tendon problems, physiotherapy is one of the most effective first treatments. We’ll assess you and tell you honestly how we think we can help.
Why does my hip hurt at night?
Pain on the side of the hip that’s worse lying on that side is often a tendon problem. Arthritis can also ache at night. A pillow between your knees can help, and treatment can settle the cause.
Is my hip pain coming from my back?
It can be. Your lower back can refer pain into your buttock and hip. We check your back as part of every hip assessment so we treat the right area.
Can I keep running with hip pain?
Often yes, with changes. We’ll help you adjust your training so you can keep active while your hip recovers, rather than stopping completely.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly with us online or by calling 01252 449458.
Does my health insurance cover physiotherapy?
Lake Therapy is a completely independent practice and doesn’t contract with any private medical insurance companies. You may be able to claim your treatment back through your insurer, and we’re happy to give you receipts and practitioner registration numbers to help.
How do I cancel or reschedule an appointment?
We have a 24-hour free cancellation policy. You can cancel any appointment before then without penalty by calling the front desk on 01252 449458.
Find us
Lake Therapy
Sandy Farm Business Centre, Sands Rd, The Sands, Farnham GU10 1PX
Call 01252 449458
Mon–Fri 07:00–20:00, Sat 07:00–13:30
We see clients from Farnham and the villages and towns around it, including Tilford, Frensham, Crondall and Ewshot, Aldershot, Farnborough, Fleet and Guildford.
Hip pain cost enquiry
Want to know what hip pain treatment at Lake Therapy would cost? Tell us a little about your hip and we’ll come back to you with the price options that suit you, including our packages.
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You don’t have to keep putting up with hip pain. We’re here to help when you’re ready.
Or call us on 01252 449458, or book a free Discovery Call to talk it through first.