Hip Pain
Hip Pain Care in Grand Junction, CO
Hip pain, low back pain, and buttock pain overlap constantly. Deciding which structure is actually involved changes the entire plan.
Short answer
Hip pain, low back pain, and buttock pain overlap constantly. Deciding which structure is actually involved changes the entire plan.
Understanding
What Hip Pain Is
True hip joint pain is usually felt in the groin and deep in the front of the hip. Pain across the side of the hip often involves tendon or bursa tissue, and pain in the buttock frequently originates in the low back or pelvis.
Because the patterns overlap, the examination tests each of them rather than assuming.
Symptoms
What patients commonly describe
Groin pain with walking, stairs, or getting out of a car
Sharp pain on the outside of the hip when lying on that side
Stiffness after sitting that loosens after a few steps
Reduced rotation compared with the other side
Contributors
What can contribute
Joint restriction in the low back or pelvis
Repetitive loading in running, cycling, or hiking
Weakness in the muscles that stabilize the pelvis
Arthritic change in the hip joint
Our approach
How this is evaluated and cared for here
Care follows the examination. Nothing on this page is a treatment recommendation for your case.
Examination distinguishes hip joint, soft tissue, and referred low back sources, with imaging when the findings suggest it.
Care may include adjusting the pelvis and low back, soft tissue and massage therapy, shockwave for tendon-related pain, and specific loading guidance.
Meet your chiropractor
Meet Dr. Dean Younker
Dr. Dean Younker took over Peak Performance in 1997 and has cared for patients in Grand Junction ever since. He earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Northern Colorado and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland University in Kansas City. He is a member of the Colorado Chiropractic Association and the Grand Junction Chiropractor Association.
“Because no two patients are the same, here at Peak Performance, we take the time to listen to each patient. We then develop a personalized treatment plan. Our promise is to help you live your life better.”
FAQ
Common Questions
Is hip pain always arthritis?
No. Soft tissue and referred low back sources are at least as common, particularly in people under sixty.
Should I keep walking?
Often yes, with adjustments to distance and terrain. Specific advice follows the examination.
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Medical disclaimer
This page is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Results vary from person to person and no outcome is guaranteed. Always speak with a qualified provider about your own situation, and call 911 for a medical emergency.
Next step
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