Hip Pain During Running
Hip pain during running can occur for several reasons including muscle overload, tendon irritation or joint stiffness. This type of pain often develops gradually and may worsen as running volume increases. See our Running Injuries and Hip Pain pages for a broader overview.
Common Causes of Hip Pain When Running
- Gluteal tendinopathy
- Hip flexor irritation
- Muscle weakness around the hip
- Poor running mechanics
Because the hip plays a key role in controlling leg movement during running, weakness in the hip muscles can place additional strain on other areas such as the knee.
Physiotherapy Treatment
Physiotherapy focuses on identifying the underlying cause and restoring strength and control around the hip. Treatment may include strengthening exercises for the gluteal muscles, improving running mechanics, mobility and flexibility work, and gradual return-to-running programmes. Many runners progress through our small group lower limb rehabilitation classes.
Book a Running Assessment
If hip pain is limiting your running, we can identify the cause and guide your return. When booking, select “Initial Physiotherapy Appointment”.
