Stiffness When You Walk? Aching Deep in the Groin or Outer Hip? Pain Shooting Into Your Thigh or Back? We Can Help.

At Metro Wellness, we specialize in treating hip pain, joint stiffness, and muscular imbalances using a personalized, hands-on approach—without surgery or medication. Whether your discomfort stems from sitting too long, an old injury, or radiating pain from the lower back, we treat the source, not just the symptoms.

Our licensed chiropractors, physical therapists, and acupuncturists work together to deliver non-invasive, whole-body care. We combine chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, cupping, medical massage (by licensed PTs), acupuncture, IASTM (muscle scraping), and kinesiotaping to relieve pain, restore balance, and help you move freely again.

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Top 9 Hip Conditions We Treat

  1. Hip Flexor Strain or Tightness
    Feels like: a pulling or pinching sensation at the front of the hip when walking or standing up
    Caused by: prolonged sitting, weak glutes, or sudden overstretching of the hip flexors

  2. Hip Bursitis
    Feels like: sharp or aching pain on the outer hip, especially when lying on your side or climbing stairs
    Caused by: inflammation of the bursa, often due to overuse or friction in the hip

  3. Piriformis Syndrome
    Feels like: a deep ache or burning in the buttock that may shoot down the leg
    Caused by: a tight piriformis muscle irritating the sciatic nerve

  4. Hip Labral Tear
    Feels like: clicking, catching, or deep groin pain during movement or pivoting
    Caused by: repetitive strain or trauma to the cartilage ring in the hip socket

  5. Hip Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)
    Feels like: stiffness and aching in the hip joint—especially after sitting or first thing in the morning
    Caused by: degeneration of the hip joint over time, often linked to age or previous injury

  6. SI Joint Dysfunction (Sacroiliac Joint)
    Feels like: low back or hip pain that worsens when standing, walking, or rolling over in bed
    Caused by: misalignment or inflammation in the joint connecting the spine and pelvis

  7. Gluteal Tendinopathy
    Feels like: aching or sharp pain on the outer hip, worsened by walking or climbing stairs
    Caused by: strain or irritation in the gluteal tendons due to overuse or weak hip stabilizers

  8. Radiating Pain from the Low Back (Sciatica)
    Feels like: burning or numbness that starts in the hip and runs down the leg
    Caused by: nerve compression in the lumbar spine referring pain into the hip and leg

  9. Postural Imbalance or Gait Dysfunction
    Feels like: uneven pressure, tension, or fatigue in one hip more than the other
    Caused by: leg length differences, flat feet, or poor walking mechanics

Our Hip Pain Treatments Include:

  • Chiropractic Adjustments — Improve hip and pelvic alignment to reduce joint stress

  • Physical Therapy — Strengthen the hip, core, and glutes for better stability and movement

  • Medical Massage by Licensed PTs — Target tightness in the hips, glutes, and surrounding tissues

  • Cupping Therapy — Release deep muscle tension and improve circulation in tight hip areas

  • IASTM (Muscle Scraping) — Break down adhesions and help restore full hip mobility

  • Acupuncture — Reduce pain, nerve irritation, and inflammation

  • Kinesiotaping — Support strained muscles and joints while promoting natural movement

  • Pelvic Stabilization & Mobility Work — Improve gait and prevent re-injury

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