Conditions · Hip pain
Hip pain physiotherapy in Brisbane
Hip pain can show up on the side of the hip, deep in the groin or in the buttock. It can make walking, stairs, sitting or lying on your side uncomfortable. At our Milton and Mansfield clinics we work out where your pain is coming from, then combine Winback TECAR with a progressive strength program.
- No referral needed
- From $119 initial
- HICAPS on site
Reviewed by Ellie Lee, Physiotherapist · October 2026
Hip problems we commonly see
Pain on the side of the hip
Often linked to the gluteal tendons. Sometimes called hip bursitis. Commonly worse lying on that side, on stairs or after walking.
Hip osteoarthritis
Stiffness and groin or thigh pain, especially first thing in the morning or after activity. Exercise is a core part of managing it.
Groin pain in active people
Pain deep in the front of the hip with squatting, kicking or twisting, sometimes related to hip shape or the labrum.
Muscle strains
Hip flexor, adductor (groin) and gluteal strains from running, football or the gym.
Buttock pain from the back
Pain felt in the hip or buttock that is actually coming from the lower back. See lower back pain.
After hip surgery
Hip replacement and hip arthroscopy rehab. See post-surgery rehab.
How we assess your hip
- Where it hurts. Side of the hip, groin and buttock pain usually have different causes.
- Movement and strength. Hip range of motion and the strength of your gluteal and thigh muscles.
- Lower back check. We screen your back, because hip-area pain can come from the spine.
- Referral if needed. We refer for imaging or to your GP when the assessment suggests it.
How treatment works at BTS
- Winback TECAR, if suitable. Used to create warmth in the muscles and tendons around the hip so exercise is more comfortable. How TECAR works.
- Progressive strengthening. Gluteal, hip and thigh strength, built up step by step.
- Daily-life changes. Advice on sleeping position, sitting, stairs and walking load while the hip settles.
- Clinical Pilates. Controlled hip and core work on the reformer, in groups of no more than four. About Clinical Pilates.
- Combined care. Remedial massage or acupuncture can be added to the same plan if appropriate.
What you can do now
- If side-lying hurts, place a pillow between your knees at night.
- Avoid crossing your legs or standing with your weight on one hip.
- Keep walking, but shorten the distance if it flares your pain.
- Avoid deep, low chairs for now if they are painful to get out of.
When to see a doctor urgently
- You cannot put weight on the leg after a fall, especially if you are older
- A hot, swollen, very painful hip with fever or feeling unwell
- A child or teenager with a new limp, hip or knee pain, particularly with fever
- Calf pain, swelling or redness after hip surgery
In an emergency, call 000.
Hip pain questions
Why does my hip hurt when I lie on my side?
Pain on the outside of the hip when lying on that side is often linked to the gluteal tendons. Your physiotherapist will confirm the cause and show you positions and exercises that may help.
Can hip pain come from my lower back?
Yes. Pain felt in the buttock or hip can be referred from the lower back. Your physiotherapist checks both at your assessment.
Is exercise good for hip arthritis?
Exercise and education are recommended first-line care for hip osteoarthritis. Your physio designs a strength program that suits your hip and your goals.
Do I need a scan for hip pain?
Not always. Your physiotherapist will tell you if your assessment suggests a scan or a specialist review.
Can I claim hip physiotherapy on my health fund?
Yes, if your extras cover includes physiotherapy. Both clinics have HICAPS. Medicare care plan, NDIS, WorkCover and CTP are also accepted.
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