Pain or tightness in the front, side, or back of the hip with movement or activity

What it is

Hip pain can feel like pinching, tightness, or deep aching—and it’s often blamed on “tight hips.”

But more often, the issue is how the hip moves and handles load, not just flexibility.

In some cases, there may be irritation in the joint or surrounding tissues—but more often, the problem is how the hip is moving and managing stress during activity.

Why you’re experiencing it

Hip pain usually develops from a mix of mobility and control issues.

Common contributors include:

• Limited hip mobility
• Poor pelvic control
• Weakness in the glutes
• Overuse from lifting or running
• Compensation from other areas like the low back

When the hip isn’t functioning well, other areas start to take over.

How it shows up

You might notice:

• Pain with squatting or lunging
• Pinching in the front of the hip
• Persistent tightness
• Pain during or after activity
• Reduced strength or power

How we help

At CSPC, we focus on restoring how the hip actually functions.

Your plan is built around:

• Improving hip mobility and joint mechanics
• Building strength through full ranges of motion
• Addressing compensations
• Cleaning up movement patterns
• Progressing you back to full activity

The goal is to help your hips move freely and handle load without breaking down.