Hip hiking is a process of building hip strength. It should be performed in a low, stable platform. A hip hike helps to improve hip strength and enhance pelvic alignment. For this, stand sideways on a step on the leg where the pelvis is upper. Push the foot down and lift the opposite pelvis to the highest, but the spine should be straight. Hold on for ten seconds and relax. Repeat five to ten times.
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Can one hip joint higher than the other cause lower back pain?
Query: Hi doctor, I have pain in my lower back and around the top of my hips. My aunt, a massage therapist, checked me out and told me that one of my hips is higher than the other. The pain began around eight months ago and I just cannot keep spending money on the chiropractor. But, the pain has been getti... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, you need to do an x-ray. So that, we can get confirmation regarding the status of the hip joint.As per your complaint, you might be having a leg length discrepancy. The pain is due to the shortening of one of your leg bones. So, there is hip hiking.Because o... Read Full »
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