Walk, climb stairs, and sleep on your side without the ache.
Your hip carries your weight with almost every step, so pain there shows up fast in daily life. Our team looks at your hip, lower back, and pelvis together to find the real source and build a plan that gets you moving comfortably.
Hip problems tend to show up in everyday movements first. See how many of these you notice.
Recognize two or more? An evaluation can show whether the problem starts in your hip, your back, or both.
Pain in the hip can come from the joint itself, the tissues around it, or somewhere else entirely. Your evaluation is how we find out which one applies to you.
Because the hip works with your back, pelvis, and knee, your plan may pull from more than one specialty. All of them are in the same building.
Physical TherapyManual therapy, hip and core strengthening, and walking and stair training. Where appropriate, shockwave or deep tissue laser therapy may be added for stubborn tendon pain.About physical therapy
Chiropractic CareDr. Phil Ragone, DC, uses joint mobilization and adjustments for the hip, pelvis, and lower back when stiffness there is feeding your hip pain.About chiropractic care
Occupational TherapySamantha Nedza, MOT, helps with the daily tasks hip pain gets in the way of, like dressing, getting in and out of the car, bathing, and finding a comfortable sleep position.About occupational therapyWe review your history and any imaging you already have, then examine your hip, lower back, and pelvis to see where the pain is really coming from.
Your providers decide together which mix of physical therapy, chiropractic care, and occupational therapy fits your cause, and set clear goals like walking farther or sleeping through the night.
Treatment in the clinic, plus hip strengthening you can do at home and tips for sitting, sleeping, and stairs so your progress carries into daily life.
Still have a question? Call us and a member of our team will help.
New Jersey allows direct access to physical therapy, so in many cases you can book an evaluation without a referral. Some insurance plans still require one for coverage, so call us and we will check your plan before your visit.
Complete rest is rarely the answer for a hip. The better question is which movements to keep and which to change while things settle down. We work that out with you at your evaluation.
Many people with hip pain are treated without surgery. We start with conservative care. If your imaging or your response to treatment suggests you should see a surgeon, we will tell you and help coordinate that step.
Pain felt in the hip can start in the lower back or sacroiliac joint. If we only treated the hip, relief might not last. Checking your back and pelvis helps us treat the right spot the first time.
Yes. We accept most major plans, including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare, and we verify your benefits before your first visit. Call (908) 282-3737 and we will check your coverage.
Tell us what your hip is keeping you from doing and we will help you find the cause. Same-week appointments are available.
