Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursae sacs within your hips. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that works as a cushion between muscles, bones, and tendons. When these fluid-filled sacs become inflamed or infected it can cause pain and swelling in the area. Bursitis most commonly occurs due to injury although other causes may include infections, repetitive stress, bony structural abnormalities and arthritis.

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The most common cause of hip bursitis is injury to the area. Falling directly on your side or twisting your hips in an awkward way can sometimes damage the iliopsoas tendon which then becomes irritated causing pain. If you are suffering from hip bursitis, seeing an experienced chiropractor may provide some relief. A chiropractic adjustment has been proven to help reduce hip joint pain, increase joint mobility and increase muscle strength.

How a chiropractor can help with hip bursitis

A chiropractor can help with hip bursitis by performing a thorough musculoskeletal evaluation and taking a complete medical history of the patient. Many times a past injury or pre-existing condition is to blame. That said, chiropractic adjustments are usually the first line of defense in treating hip bursitis. A chiropractor will gently move joints in your body to help with pain relief, improve joint mobility and increase strength within the body’s muscles.

Massages or other soft tissue methods may also be used to help soothe the area and reduce pain. During the massage, the chiropractor will use different techniques to target the inflamed bursa.

Chiropractic care can be beneficial for conditions such as hip bursitis due to the fact that chiropractors focus on whole-body wellness and use a holistic approach to treat patients. The goal of a chiropractor is to stimulate the body’s natural healing process which will help heal the inflamed bursa and decrease inflammation around the area. So yes, it is possible for a chiropractor to help with hip bursitis.