Hip Pain treatment in cheltenham
Effective treatment from our hip pain clinic in Cheltenham
Common Causes of Hip Pain
Hip pain can make everyday movement feel far more challenging — whether it’s an ache when walking, sharp pain during exercise, or stiffness that makes sitting or standing uncomfortable. It often develops from issues such as hip impingement, arthritis, bursitis, muscle strain, tendon irritation, labral problems or changes in how the hip and pelvis move. Symptoms may build gradually through overuse or appear suddenly after a twist, awkward step or minor injury.
Why Choose Straight Back Physio
At Straight Back Physio, our HCPC‑registered physiotherapists focus on reducing hip pain, restoring smooth, comfortable movement and rebuilding strength so your hip feels stable and supported again. Every treatment plan is tailored to your specific injury and goals, combining hands‑on physiotherapy with targeted exercises that make walking, climbing stairs and daily activities easier. Whether your hip pain is new or something you’ve been managing for a long time, we guide you through a clear, structured recovery that helps you move confidently again.
Clear Guidance. No Rushing. No Jargon.
From your very first session, you’ll understand what’s causing your hip pain, which movements are safe, and how we’ll help you get back to walking, sitting and exercising comfortably again. You receive a thorough assessment, hands‑on treatment and , meaningful progress you can genuinely feel — without confusing medical jargon or feeling rushed through the process.
As the
recommended rehabilitation physiotherapist for Professor Damian Griffin in Gloucestershire, you can be confident that your hip recovery is guided by recognised expertise and evidence‑based care.
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main causes of hip pain
hip Arthritis
Hip arthritis treatment typically uses a combination of hands on treatment and to release tightness in the muscles around the hip, leg and back, joint mobilisations to restore movement in the hip and back, as well as shockwave, and acupuncture to help reduce inflammation.
Staying active can be one of the best ways to help maintain your function and stay strong. Joints are designed to move, and inactivity will weaken the muscles. Physiotherapy treatment for hip pain uses low impact exercises, to reduce stiffness and pain, short-term pain reduction in 2-4 weeks, noticeable improvement takes 6-12 weeks, but a full recovery usually takes 3-6 months.
hip Bursitis
If you’re experiencing pain over the bump of your hip, you may be suffering from Hip Bursitis. Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion the bones and tissues around your joints. The bursa around the hip joint can be damaged by repetitive movements, hip injuries or issues with your posture.
Hip bursitis treatment is important to prevent changes in the way you walk and avoid complications which could lead to hip deterioration. Treatment involves manipulations to get the joint moving, which will reduce stiffness, reduce pain and increase the range of movement.
Shockwave and
acupuncture are also excellent non-invasive way of reducing bursitis pain, short-term pain reduction in 2-4 weeks, noticeable improvement takes 6-8 weeks, but a full recovery usually takes 8-12 weeks.
Hip Flexor strain
The hip flexors are a group of five key muscles that help in a wide range of movements, like walking, climbing stairs, and even getting out of a chair. When kicking a ball the muscles are involved in the forward motion of the leg during a kick, when standing up from a chair they pull the torso upright, contributing to the movement.
We get people hip flexor strain treatment for hip pain after running, and even sitting too much tightens them. Similarly people doing squats incorrectly in the gym can injure their hip. It is when the muscle cools down after activity that the pain gradually worsens, if the tear is not treated correctly you may be left with a hip flexor that is prone to further injury, mild ones see improvement in 1-2 weeks with full recovery in 3-4 weeks, moderate ones take 6-8 weeks to full recover and severe ones generally take 3-4 months for a full recovery..
Hip surgery
Hip surgery is a successful and beneficial procedure for diseased or damaged hip joints but rehab after hip surgery can be a lengthy process. Physiotherapy will reduce your pain, increase your mobility, improve your independence with everyday tasks, and increase your quality of life.
We are the preferred supplier of rehab for hip surgery in the Cheltenham and surrounding Gloucestershire areas for the world-renowned surgeon Professor Damian Griffin OBE an internationally recognised expert in hip arthroscopy and hip preserving surgery, who is regularly teaching and lecturing all over the world, short-term pain reduction in 2-6 weeks, noticeable improvement takes 6-12 weeks, but a full recovery usually takes 3-6 months.
hip Tendonitis
This is when the tendons surrounding the hip that connect the muscles to the joint become inflamed you end up with tendonitis. Tendonitis causes tenderness and pain just outside the joint. Hip tendinitis can be mild, but in some cases it may cause pain, stiffness, and weakness in the hip region that impacts daily activities such as walking, climbing stairs, or standing up from a seated position.
Hip tendonitis treatment is aimed at decreasing pain and reducing inflammation as well as improve function of the hip. This may include exercises to stretch and strengthen the injured area and correct muscle imbalances. Acupuncture helps to relax tight muscles and encouraging blood circulation and oxygen throughout the hip muscles and joints. As with other tendon injuries hip tendonitis can be treated with shockwave therapy, short-term pain reduction in 2-4 weeks, noticeable improvement takes 6-8 weeks, but a full recovery usually takes 3-6 months.
Why Choose Us
No other local physiotherapy clinic can match our level of expertise and rehabilitation services, thanks to our extensive experience and in-house gym facilities.
We offer affordable physiotherapy in Cheltenham, providing caring, high‑quality treatment that supports your recovery without stretching your budget.
Insured
For insured clients we can either work directly with your insurance provider or offer receipts for cash-based plans, allowing you to reclaim your expenses.
Not Covered by Insurance
If you’re looking for one of specialist hip physio in your area, book an appointment at our Cheltenham clinic — no need for a physiotherapy referral from your GP.