From Stiff Hips to Swift Steps
From stiff hips to swift steps: How I got moving again
Let me tell you about the time I nearly gave up on morning walks. My hips had gotten so stiff that just getting out of bed was an ordeal. At first, I thought it was just age or the weather (classic Irish excuse). But the discomfort crept in every time I stood up from a chair or tried a jog. Eventually, I got help - and it changed everything.
Now, I see clients at Sports Physio Ireland Dublin 7 going through the same thing, and I always tell them: hip pain isn’t forever, but ignoring it makes it feel that way.
What hip pain can feel like:
Stiffness in the front, side, or deep in the joint
Pain that radiates to the groin, thigh, or buttock
Clicking, locking, or catching during movement
Discomfort after sitting too long or during exercise
Reduced mobility—struggling to tie shoes or cross your legs
Common causes we treat at the Dublin 7 Clinic:
Hip impingement (FAI)
Osteoarthritis
Glute weakness and pelvic instability
Bursitis or tendonitis
Referred pain from the lower back
How we treat hip pain:
No cookie-cutter fixes here. At our Dublin 7 clinic, treatment starts with a deep dive into how you move, stand, sit, and live.
We use:
Joint mobilisation and hands-on release techniques
Glute and core strengthening
Gait and posture analysis
Mobility drills tailored to your restriction
Home-based plans to keep progress going
What you can try at home:
90/90 hip openers to loosen tight hips
Glute bridges to activate the stabilisers
Use a lacrosse ball or foam roller to release tension
Avoid long hours of sitting without movement breaks
A real success story:
Maeve, a designer from Dublin 7, came in barely able to walk to the Luas stop. After 6 weeks of consistent rehab and strength work, she was back to lunchtime walks pain-free - and even started training for a 5K.
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Final thoughts:
Your hips are built to move - and with the right support, they’ll get back to doing just that. Let our Dublin 7 physio team help you feel steady, strong, and pain-free.
