Treatment for Hip Pain in Upper East Side

If your hips ache every time you sit down or stand up, you’re not alone. Many people in the Upper East Side experience hip discomfort from long hours at desks, workouts, or even daily commuting. Over time, tightness and misalignment can make simple movements, like getting out of a chair, surprisingly painful.

Common Causes of Hip Pain

• Tight hip flexors: Sitting for long periods shortens the muscles at the front of your hips.

• Pelvic misalignment: Even a small shift in pelvic balance can strain the joints and muscles around your hips.

• Lower back issues: Problems in the lumbar spine often radiate into the hip area.

• Muscle imbalance: When one side of your body is stronger or tighter than the other, hip motion becomes uneven.

• Inflammation or joint restriction: Overuse, old injuries, or arthritis can irritate the hip joint and surrounding tissues.

How Chiropractic Care Helps
At KIRO, our doctors focus on restoring balance through targeted spinal and pelvic adjustments. By improving motion in the hips and lower back, pressure on irritated joints decreases, helping your body move freely again. Regular care also retrains your posture and reduces muscle tension that builds from sitting all day.

Tips for Relief

• Stand up and stretch every 30–45 minutes.

• Strengthen your glutes and core to support hip alignment.

• Use a chair with proper lumbar and hip support.

• Stay hydrated to keep joints moving smoothly.

“Hip pain is often more than a hip issue, it’s about how the pelvis and spine are working together. Once we restore balance, movement becomes effortless again.” — Dr. Erin Bourque

If you’re dealing with hip pain in the Upper East Side, stop by our studio to see how our doctors can help you move with ease again.