Hip Pain in Elderly Adults in Faridabad: Physiotherapy Treatment

Hip Pain in the Elderly: A Major Functional Problem

Hip pain is one of the most significant musculoskeletal problems in elderly adults, affecting approximately 15% of adults over 60. It causes: difficulty walking, reduced walking speed, difficulty with stairs, trouble getting up from chairs, and significantly reduced independence. The most common causes in elderly adults are osteoarthritis, trochanteric bursitis/gluteal tendinopathy, hip fracture (post-rehabilitation), and muscle weakness (sarcopenia).

Physiotherapy vs Surgery for Hip OA in Elderly Adults

For many elderly adults with hip OA, physiotherapy is preferable to surgery due to anaesthetic and surgical risks. For those who do eventually have hip replacement, physiotherapy before (prehabilitation) and after (rehabilitation) surgery dramatically improves outcomes. Physiotherapy is always the first-line treatment recommendation before considering hip replacement.

Physiotherapy Programme for Elderly Hip Pain

Hip Strengthening

Progressive hip strengthening -- particularly gluteus medius (hip abductor) and gluteus maximus (hip extensor) -- reduces hip joint loading and improves stability. Even in frail elderly adults, progressive resistance training produces significant strength improvements.

Gait Rehabilitation

Addressing the antalgic gait pattern (Trendelenburg gait) that develops with hip pain and muscle weakness. Walking aid assessment where appropriate. Gait retraining to reduce pain and improve efficiency.

Balance and Falls Prevention

Hip pain and weakness significantly increase fall risk. Balance training alongside hip strengthening reduces fall risk and improves confidence.

Elderly Hip Pain Physiotherapy in Faridabad

At Realign Rehab Clinic, NIT-5, Faridabad, we provide compassionate elderly hip care including home visits. Book your hip assessment today.