14/09/2026
How to reduce and prevent hip pain
Hip pain can make everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, getting out of the car, or sleeping on your side uncomfortable. The good news is that there are simple ways to reduce your risk of hip pain and help prevent it from returning.
One of the most important things you can do is keep moving. Regular, low impact activities such as walking, cycling, or swimming help keep your hips strong and mobile. If you spend long periods sitting, make a point of standing up and moving every 30 to 60 minutes to reduce stiffness.
Strength is just as important as movement. Building strength in your glutes, core and hip muscles helps support the joints and can reduce unnecessary strain during everyday activities.
Don't forget about flexibility. Gentle stretching can help maintain hip mobility and ease tightness in the surrounding muscles, particularly the hip flexors and glutes.
Pay attention to how you move as well. Good posture, gradual progression when exercising and avoiding sudden increases in activity can all help protect your hips.
Small, consistent habits often make the biggest difference. Looking after your hips now can help keep you moving comfortably for years to come.
If hip pain is persistent, keeps returning, or is affecting your daily life, a physiotherapy assessment can help identify the underlying cause and create a personalised treatment plan.
