Hip Pain

Hip Pain Treatment in Burnsville, MN

Hip pain can range from a dull ache deep in the joint to sharp, stabbing pain that limits every step you take. Whether your hip pain came on suddenly after an injury or has been building gradually over time, the team at Peak Performance Chiropractic Center in Burnsville is here to help you find the root cause and get lasting relief.

What Causes Hip Pain?

Hip pain has many possible origins, and identifying the true source is essential to effective treatment. Common causes we see include:

Hip Osteoarthritis: Wear-and-tear breakdown of the cartilage in the hip joint, causing stiffness, aching, and reduced range of motion — especially in the morning or after sitting.

Hip Flexor Strains: Overstretching or tearing of the muscles that lift the thigh (iliopsoas, rectus femoris), common in runners, cyclists, and athletes who do a lot of kicking or sprinting.

IT Band Syndrome: Tightness or inflammation of the iliotibial band along the outer hip and thigh, frequently seen in runners and causing lateral hip and knee pain.

Hip Labral Tears: Damage to the cartilage ring (labrum) that cushions the hip socket, often causing a deep catching or clicking sensation in the groin or front of the hip.

Hip Bursitis (Trochanteric Bursitis): Inflammation of the fluid-filled sac over the outer hip, producing tenderness and pain when lying on the affected side or walking up stairs.

Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction: Misalignment or irritation of the joint connecting the pelvis to the lower spine, which can refer pain into the hip, buttock, and upper leg.

Piriformis Syndrome: Tightening or spasm of the piriformis muscle deep in the buttock, which can compress the sciatic nerve and cause hip and radiating leg pain.

Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI): Abnormal contact between the ball and socket of the hip due to bone irregularities, causing groin pain and reduced hip mobility.

Common Symptoms of Hip Pain

  • Deep aching or sharp pain in the groin, outer hip, or buttock

    • Stiffness and limited range of motion when rotating the leg

      • Pain that worsens with prolonged sitting, standing, or walking

        • A clicking, snapping, or locking sensation in the hip joint

          • Radiating pain into the thigh, knee, or lower back

            • Difficulty with daily activities like bending, climbing stairs, or getting in and out of a car

          • Our Approach to Hip Pain Relief

        • At Peak Performance, we use a thorough evaluation to pinpoint exactly what’s driving your hip pain — then build a customized treatment plan to address it. Our approach often includes:

      • Chiropractic Adjustments: Restoring proper alignment in the hip, pelvis, and lumbar spine to relieve joint stress and improve biomechanics.

    • Dry Needling: Targeting tight, hyperirritable muscle tissue in the hip flexors, glutes, piriformis, and TFL to release trigger points and reduce pain.

  • Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM): Breaking down scar tissue and adhesions in the IT band, hip flexors, and surrounding fascia to restore normal tissue quality and movement.

StemWave Therapy: Acoustic wave therapy that stimulates healing at the tissue level — ideal for chronic hip conditions like bursitis, labral irritation, and persistent tendinopathy.

Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation: Targeted strengthening of the glutes, hip stabilizers, and core to correct movement patterns and prevent re-injury.

Kinesiology Taping: Supporting the hip joint and surrounding musculature during activity to reduce strain and maintain proper alignment between visits.

Ready to Move Without Hip Pain?

You don’t have to keep limiting your activities because of hip pain. Call Peak Performance Chiropractic Center today at (952) 300-8338 to schedule your evaluation and take the first step toward lasting relief.

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