Hip Pain Grand Rapids

Finally Get Your Life Back

Stop letting hip pain control your days. Get personalized chiropractic care that actually addresses what’s causing your discomfort, not just the symptoms.

25 Years Experience

Dr. Heath has been helping Grand Rapids residents overcome hip pain since 1998 with proven results.

Individual Assessment

Every patient gets a thorough evaluation to create a treatment plan tailored to their specific condition.

Multiple Techniques

We use various chiropractic methods and massage therapy, not just one-size-fits-all adjustments.

Hip Pain Chiropractor Grand Rapids

Understanding Your Hip Pain

Hip pain isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a signal that something in your body needs attention. Whether you’re dealing with stiffness when you get out of bed, sharp pain when you walk, or that nagging ache that gets worse throughout your workday, you deserve answers.

At Chiropractic First, we don’t guess what’s wrong. Dr. Heath takes the time to understand your specific situation, how your hip pain started, and what activities make it better or worse. This isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about getting to the root of the problem so you can get back to living without limitations.

Chiropractic Hip Pain Treatment

What You Can Expect

Real results from patients who thought they'd have to "just live with" their hip pain.

Walk without that sharp, shooting pain that makes you hesitate before taking each step.

Sleep through the night without waking up when you roll over or change positions.

Get through your workday without constantly shifting in your chair or stretching your hip.

Return to activities you love without worrying about triggering another flare-up.

Reduce or eliminate your dependence on pain medications that only mask the problem.

Feel confident in your body’s ability to move and function the way it should.

Grand Rapids Hip Adjustment

More Than Just Adjustments

Hip pain rarely exists in isolation. Your hip connects to your pelvis, lower back, and legs—when one area isn’t functioning properly, it affects everything else. That’s why cookie-cutter treatments often fail.

Dr. Heath examines your entire musculoskeletal system to understand how different areas might be contributing to your hip discomfort. Maybe your hip pain actually starts with a problem in your lower back. Maybe tight muscles are pulling your hip out of alignment. Or maybe years of compensating for an old injury have created new problems.

This comprehensive approach means you get treatment that addresses the actual cause of your pain, not just the spot that hurts most.

Chiropractic Care Hip Pain

Your Personalized Treatment Plan

Every patient who walks through our doors gets something different—because every patient IS different. Your treatment plan depends on your specific condition, lifestyle, work demands, and health goals.

Some patients need gentle mobilization techniques. Others respond better to traditional chiropractic adjustments. Many benefit from our massage therapy services to address tight muscles that contribute to hip dysfunction. Dr. Heath has multiple techniques in his toolkit because he knows that what works for one person might not work for another.

You’ll always understand what we’re doing and why. No surprises, no pressure for unnecessary treatments—just honest, effective care designed around your needs.

Hip Pain Treatment Process

Your Path to Relief

Comprehensive Evaluation

Dr. Heath examines your hip, spine, and related areas to identify the root cause of your pain.

Personalized Treatment Plan

Based on your evaluation, we create a specific plan using the techniques that work best for your condition.

Ongoing Care & Progress

We monitor your progress and adjust your treatment as you heal, ensuring lasting results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my hip pain is serious enough for chiropractic care?

If your hip pain is affecting your daily activities, sleep, or work performance, it’s worth getting evaluated. You don’t need to wait until the pain becomes unbearable. Many patients wish they had come in sooner rather than trying to “tough it out.” Signs that you should seek care include pain that lasts more than a few days, stiffness that doesn’t improve with rest, pain that radiates down your leg, or discomfort that gets worse with certain movements. Even if you’re not sure, our new patient evaluation can help determine if chiropractic care is right for your specific situation.

What causes hip pain in working adults like me?

Hip pain in working adults often develops gradually from daily activities and work habits. Sitting at a desk for long hours can tighten your hip flexors and weaken your glutes, creating imbalances that stress the hip joint. Repetitive movements, poor posture, previous injuries that never fully healed, and age-related wear and tear all contribute to hip problems. Sometimes the issue isn’t actually in your hip—problems in your lower back or pelvis can cause referred pain that feels like hip pain. During your evaluation, Dr. Heath will help identify what factors are contributing to your specific situation so we can address them effectively.

How is chiropractic treatment different from just taking pain medication?

Pain medication can provide temporary relief by masking your symptoms, but it doesn’t address why you’re having hip pain in the first place. Chiropractic care focuses on identifying and correcting the underlying mechanical problems causing your discomfort. When your hip joint moves properly and the surrounding muscles function correctly, the pain often resolves naturally. This approach takes longer than popping a pill, but it provides lasting results without the side effects or dependency risks of long-term medication use. Many of our patients are able to reduce or eliminate their pain medication once their hip function improves.

Will I need chiropractic treatment for the rest of my life?

Not necessarily. The goal is to get your hip functioning properly so you can maintain your improvement with good habits and occasional maintenance care. Some patients achieve their goals in a few weeks, while others with more complex or long-standing problems may need longer treatment periods. Dr. Heath will be honest about what to expect based on your specific condition. Many patients choose to continue periodic visits for wellness care because they feel better and want to prevent future problems, but this is always your choice. The focus is on giving you the tools and treatment you need to manage your hip health independently.

Can chiropractic care help if I've already tried physical therapy?

Absolutely. Chiropractic care and physical therapy approach hip problems from different angles, and sometimes you need both perspectives to get complete relief. Physical therapy typically focuses on strengthening and stretching, while chiropractic care addresses joint alignment and movement patterns. If your hip joints aren’t moving properly, strengthening exercises alone may not be enough. Dr. Heath evaluates how your hip joints are functioning and uses specific techniques to restore proper movement, which can make physical therapy exercises more effective. We often work collaboratively with physical therapists when patients benefit from both approaches.

How quickly will I see improvement in my hip pain?

Most patients notice some improvement within the first few visits, though everyone heals at their own pace. Factors that affect your recovery time include how long you’ve had the problem, your overall health, activity level, and how well you follow treatment recommendations. Some patients with acute hip pain feel significantly better within a week or two, while those with chronic issues that developed over months or years typically need more time for lasting improvement. Dr. Heath will give you realistic expectations based on your examination findings and monitor your progress closely. If you’re not seeing the improvement we expect, we’ll adjust your treatment plan or discuss other options.