Dry Needling For Hip Pain
Are you struggling with hip pain that won’t go away? Whether caused by hip tendinitis, runner’s hip, or hip arthritis, one highly effective treatment offered at The Physiotherapy Place in Musselburgh and Portobello is dry needling.
Dry needling helps relieve chronic hip pain, restore movement, and support long-term recovery—especially when combined with physiotherapy.
What Is Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a hands-on treatment where fine, sterile needles are inserted into tight or overactive muscles (called trigger points). It helps:
Release muscle tension
Improve blood flow
Reduce inflammation
Restore neuromuscular control
It’s different from acupuncture—dry needling is based on modern anatomy and used to treat specific musculoskeletal conditions.
How Dry Needling Helps Hip Pain
Many types of hip pain involve irritated tendons, tight muscles, or joint degeneration. Dry needling offers targeted relief for several common hip issues:
1. Hip Tendinitis (e.g., Gluteal or Iliopsoas Tendinopathy)
Decreases tension in the hip flexors and glute muscles
Improves blood supply to affected tendons
Reduces pain and helps speed up recovery
2. Runner’s Hip (Snapping Hip Syndrome)
Releases tight hip flexors (like the iliopsoas and TFL)
Minimises “snapping” sensations during activity
Improves muscle balance and supports pain-free running
3. Hip Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)
Reduces muscular pain caused by joint stiffness or compensation
Improves mobility, making walking and exercise more comfortable
Enhances the effectiveness of your arthritis rehab program
Why Combine Dry Needling with Physiotherapy?
At The Physiotherapy Place, dry needling is just one part of a comprehensive, personalised approach to treating hip pain. Your treatment may also include:
Targeted exercise therapy for hip strength and stability
Manual therapy to mobilise joints and soft tissues
Movement retraining to reduce strain on the hip
Education and home care to support long-term relief
Modalities such as shockwave or ultrasound to optimise tissue healing
Who Is Dry Needling For?
Dry needling is effective for:
Athletes with overuse injuries or hip tightness
People with age-related arthritis or hip stiffness
Anyone experiencing persistent or unexplained hip pain
It’s safe, minimally invasive, and often provides fast relief—especially when other treatments haven’t worked.
Book an Appointment in Musselburgh or Portobello
If you’re looking for a physiotherapist near Edinburgh offering dry needling for hip pain, we’re here to help. At The Physiotherapy Place, we’ll guide you through a personalised treatment plan to help you move and feel better.
Ready to Move Pain-Free?
Contact us today to book your appointment or learn more about how dry needling for hip pain could help you.