Hip Pain Relief in Mount Prospect, IL

Evidence-based, drug-free chiropractic care for hip pain — serving Mount Prospect and Chicago’s northwest suburbs since 1999.

WHAT IS HIP PAIN?

Evidence-Based Care That Gets Results

Hip pain can come from the joint itself, the surrounding muscles and tendons, or a nearby structure — common causes include osteoarthritis, irritated tendons on the outer hip (greater trochanteric pain syndrome, sometimes called hip bursitis), muscle strain, cartilage tear or a nearby joint or nerve referring pain into the hip.

An accurate diagnosis matters, since hip pain from the joint itself is treated differently than pain coming from a muscle, tendon, or nerve. Dr. Vijay Patel and Dr. Hannah Synon start by identifying exactly where your pain is coming from, then build a treatment plan that draws on the full range of chiropractic care — adjustments, soft-tissue work, and rehabilitative exercise — rather than a single technique.

CONDITIONS WE TREAT

Hip Conditions We Treat

Our Mount Prospect office treats all of the following:

Hip Osteoarthritis

Wear-and-tear breakdown of the hip joint cartilage.

Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome

Irritation of the tendons and bursa on the outer hip, sometimes called hip bursitis.

Hip Flexor Strain

Overstretched or torn muscles at the front of the hip.

Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction

Irritation of the joint connecting the spine and pelvis.

Piriformis Syndrome

A deep hip muscle irritating a nearby nerve.

IT Band Syndrome

Irritation of the connective tissue along the outer thigh and hip.

HOW WE TREAT HIP PAIN

A Full Range of Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care goes well beyond adjustments. Depending on what’s causing your pain, your treatment plan may combine several of the following, all delivered by Dr. Patel or Dr. Synon:

Chiropractic Adjustments

Precise, controlled joint mobilization to relieve pressure and restore normal motion in the hip and pelvis.

Soft-Tissue Therapy

Myofascial release and trigger point work to release tight, overworked muscles around the hip.

Therapeutic Exercise

Targeted strengthening and flexibility work to support the joint and prevent your pain from coming back.

Shockwave Therapy

For stubborn tendon pain, like hip bursitis, that hasn’t fully responded to first-line care.

YOUR FIRST VISIT

What to Expect at Your Appointment

Step 1: Comprehensive Evaluation. Your first visit includes a full health history and physical exam. Dr. Patel or Dr. Synon will assess your hip’s range of motion, strength, and gait, along with orthopedic tests to pinpoint whether your pain is coming from the joint, a tendon, or a nearby nerve. X-rays may be taken on-site if clinically indicated.

Step 2: Your Personalized Treatment Plan. Based on your evaluation, your chiropractor will explain what’s causing your symptoms and recommend a plan built around your specific diagnosis and goals — often combining chiropractic adjustments with soft-tissue work, therapeutic exercise, or other in-office modalities.

Step 3: Treatment and Progress. Adjustments and targeted soft-tissue work relieve pressure and restore normal motion in the hip and surrounding joints, while therapeutic exercise builds the strength and flexibility to keep it that way. Many patients notice improvement within the first several visits, and we reassess regularly to keep your plan on track.

WHY CHOOSE APMT

Why Patients Choose Advanced Physical Medicine & Therapy

25+ Years of Experience

Board-certified chiropractors serving Mount Prospect for over 25 years.

Evidence-Based Approach

Treatment recommendations grounded in current clinical research.

Integrated Care

Chiropractic, physical therapy, pain management and wellness care — all under one roof.

Thorough Evaluation

Careful screening before treatment, including referrals when needed.

97% Would Refer a Friend

Patient satisfaction backed by real outcomes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common Questions About Hip Pain

Can a chiropractic physician help hip osteoarthritis?

It can help, alongside exercise. A randomized trial published in Arthritis & Rheumatism found that patients with hip osteoarthritis who received manual therapy had significantly better outcomes than those who did exercise therapy alone — 81% improved with manual therapy versus 50% with exercise, with the benefit still present at long-term follow-up. A 2025 national clinical practice guideline for hip osteoarthritis also recommends hands-on joint mobilization together with an individualized exercise program. For severe osteoarthritis, conservative care may not fully resolve symptoms, and Dr. Patel or Dr. Synon will discuss imaging or a specialist referral if that’s the case for you.

Does chiropractic care help hip bursitis (greater trochanteric pain syndrome)?

Research supports an active, hands-on approach over injections for this condition. A 204-patient randomized trial (the “LEAP” trial, published in The BMJ) found that education plus a targeted exercise program led to better overall improvement than a cortisone injection or simply waiting it out, with the advantage still present a year later. A 2024 review of 6 randomized trials (733 patients) confirmed that exercise-based care outperforms corticosteroid injections over the long term. For patients who need more than exercise alone, we also offer shockwave therapy — a 103-patient randomized, sham-controlled trial (Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 2020) found that adding focused shockwave treatment to an exercise program led to an 86.8% success rate at 2 months, with no complications reported. Dr. Patel or Dr. Synon will build your plan around the specific tendons and structures involved.

What treatment techniques do you use for hip pain?

Hip pain rarely responds to just one technique, so Dr. Patel and Dr. Synon draw on the full range of chiropractic care: precise joint adjustments, soft-tissue work like myofascial release and trigger point therapy, and therapeutic exercise to build lasting strength and flexibility. For stubborn tendon-related pain, such as hip bursitis, shockwave therapy is also available. Your plan is built around your specific diagnosis, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

How many visits will I need?

It depends on your diagnosis, how long you’ve had symptoms, and your goals. Some patients feel meaningful relief in 3 to 6 visits; a long-standing or joint-related case may need a longer plan. Dr. Patel or Dr. Synon will give you an honest recommendation after your evaluation.

Is chiropractic care safe for hip pain?

For appropriately screened patients, generally yes. Dr. Patel and Dr. Synon perform a thorough exam — including screening for conditions that need imaging or a specialist referral — before recommending any treatment, to confirm it’s appropriate for your specific case.

Does insurance cover treatment for hip pain?

Most major plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, and Medicare, cover medically necessary chiropractic care. We have cash treatment plans for patients who do not have insurance or have out-of-network plans. Our front desk verifies your benefits before your first visit. We also see workers’ compensation and personal injury cases.

Is chiropractic care for hip pain backed by research?

Yes. Research on the two most common causes of hip pain supports an active, hands-on approach that combines multiple techniques:

Hip osteoarthritis: a randomized trial (Arthritis & Rheumatism) found manual therapy outperformed exercise alone (81% vs. 50% improved), and a 2025 national clinical guideline recommends joint mobilization alongside exercise.
Hip bursitis (greater trochanteric pain syndrome): a 204-patient randomized trial (BMJ) found education plus exercise beat a cortisone injection, with benefits sustained a year later — confirmed by a 2024 review of 6 trials (733 patients).
Shockwave therapy: a 103-patient randomized, sham-controlled trial (Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 2020) found adding focused shockwave treatment to an exercise program produced an 86.8% success rate at 2 months, with no complications reported.

These are population-level findings with moderate certainty, not a guarantee for your specific case. Dr. Patel or Dr. Synon will confirm the right combination of techniques for you at your evaluation.

Ready to Get Relief from Hip Pain?

Call our Mount Prospect office at 847-222-9060 or request an appointment online. Same-week appointments are often available.

Hip Pain in Mount Prospect