Heal Hip Pain: A Holistic Approach

Welcome to this course on healing Hip Pain! In this lesson, we will cover essential topics such as key facts about hip pain, an introduction to somatic movement, the benefits you'll gain from the course, and how the course is structured (this part is important!). Before we dive in, take a moment to reflect and answer the following questions in the comments: What is your current pain level on a scale of 0-10? And what are your mobility goals for the next six months?

We explore the anatomy of the hips and pelvis, focusing on how imbalances in this area can lead to discomfort and dysfunction throughout the body. You'll learn about common signs of pelvic misalignment, such as uneven hips or leg length differences, and the impact of your everyday habits. Do you feel like your pelvis is twisted? Answer in the comments!

In this session, we’ll focus on waking up your deep core and balancing your pelvis. This entire practice will be done lying down on a yoga mat, legs straight, with the option to place a pillow under your knees for extra support. If your mat is too sticky for the side to side practice, lie on your bed instead. This practice is about gentle activation and rebalancing, not force. Your body is learning to reconnect with these muscles, so go easy and listen to what it needs. Repeat this session 1-2 times daily for one week before moving on to the next lesson. After completing the practice, take a moment to reflect and write in the comments how this session made you feel. Your reflections are an important part of the healing process!

Learn about the psoas and glute muscles to understand how they impact hip pain. We’ll explore the psoas’ role in movement and why it tightens from sitting or stress, often causing hip discomfort and misalignment. We’ll also discuss the emotional release that can happen in the hips and look at how weak glutes contribute to instability. I’ll share my client Kevin’s story of rebuilding his balance through glute activation, showing the power of strong, engaged glutes for pain-free movement.

This somatic practice focuses on gently releasing tension in the psoas and activating the glute muscles. Starting with a supported stretch on each side, we target the psoas by gradually extending the leg backward while keeping the hips stable. Following this, a clamshell exercise activates the glutes, strengthening the hip’s stability muscles. This practice is best done on a bed with a pillow.

In this lesson, we dive into the role of hip mobility in managing and preventing hip pain. By understanding the anatomy and mechanics of the hips, you’ll learn how restricted movement in this area can lead to discomfort and imbalances elsewhere in the body. We’ll explore everyday tips for maintaining and improving hip mobility and discuss how small adjustments to posture and movement can make a big impact. In the next lesson, we’ll start a somatic movement practice designed to increase hip mobility and release trapped emotions.

In this hip mobility session, you’ll be guided through a series of gentle somatic movements to enhance flexibility and release tension in the hips. Each stretch and movement is designed to help you experience a sense of freedom in your hips while promoting overall relaxation. Practice this session daily for a week to gradually build mobility, noticing the way each movement contributes to a sense of release and ease in the hip area. You may experience an emotional release during or after performing this somatic exercise. Best done on a firm bed or yoga mat.

We end this course with a recap of what we've learned regarding the anatomy of the hips. Future recommendations are given in regards to maintaining your hip health and I share an inspiring story of healing and recovery.