Hip Pain Treatment in the City of London
Hip pain can be felt in the hip itself, the groin, the buttock or down the outside of the thigh. Long hours sitting at a desk, running and other sport, and wear and tear can all contribute. At the Thrive4Life Wellbeing Centre in the Lloyd’s Building, EC3, our physiotherapists and osteopaths treat it with hands-on treatment and exercise.
What we treat
- Hip pain and stiffness
- Tight hips from sitting for long periods
- Pain on the outside of the hip
- Groin strains and sports injuries
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Pelvic girdle pain
- Rehabilitation after hip surgery
How we treat it
Your practitioner will ask about your pain and your daily routine, and examine your hip, lower back and pelvis, as pain in the hip area sometimes comes from the back. Treatment can include:
- Soft tissue massage, stretching and joint mobilisation
- Medical acupuncture (dry needling)
- Strengthening exercises for the hip and core
- Advice on sitting, posture and staying active
Hip pain is treated by our chartered physiotherapists Laure Walter and Kurt Walker, and by our osteopaths Simon Chafer and Hollie Lindsay.
Prices and insurance
Physiotherapy and osteopathy appointments are £80 for 30 minutes, first or follow-up. Both can be claimed on most private medical insurance; see the physiotherapy and osteopathy pages for which insurers each practitioner works with, and our full price list.
When to get urgent help
Go to A&E if you can’t stand or put weight on your leg after a fall, or if your hip is hot, red and swollen and you feel unwell or have a fever.
Where we are
The Thrive4Life Wellbeing Centre is in the Lloyd’s Building, One Lime Street, London EC3M 7HA, a few minutes’ walk from Bank, Monument, Fenchurch Street and Aldgate. We’re open Monday to Friday, 8am to 7pm, and you don’t need to work at Lloyd’s: we’ll arrange a visitor pass when you book. See how to find us.
Who you’ll see
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I see a physiotherapist or an osteopath for hip pain?
Either can help, and there is a lot of overlap. Physiotherapy puts more weight on rehabilitation exercises; osteopathy is mainly hands-on and looks at the whole body. If you’re not sure, call us on 020 7327 5341 and we’ll point you to the right person.
Can sitting at a desk cause hip pain?
Long periods of sitting can leave the muscles around the hip tight and weak, which can lead to stiffness and pain. Your practitioner will give you stretches and exercises, and advice on breaking up long spells at your desk.
Can you help with hip arthritis?
Yes. Treatment can ease pain and stiffness, and the right exercises help keep the hip moving and strong. See our arthritis page.
Is my hip pain coming from my back?
Sometimes. Pain from the lower back can be felt in the buttock and hip. Your practitioner will check your back as well as your hip to find the source.
How much does hip pain treatment cost?
Physiotherapy and osteopathy appointments at the Thrive4Life Wellbeing Centre are £80 for 30 minutes, first or follow-up.
Can I claim on private medical insurance?
Yes, for physiotherapy and osteopathy, with most private medical insurers. Which insurers you can use depends on the practitioner; see the physiotherapy and osteopathy pages. Check with your insurer whether you need a GP referral or an authorisation number first.
Do I need a GP referral?
No, you can book directly. Some insurers ask for a GP referral before they’ll pay, so check with yours first.
Do I need to work at Lloyd’s to book?
No. Anyone can book. Tell us when you book and we’ll arrange a visitor pass; bring photo ID on the day. See how to find us.