Low back pain is one of the most frequent problems at the musculoskeletal level, so it is of great importance to pay attention to knowing the cause that generates this symptomatology and assess the adjacent structures that may be affected and trigger this pain. In this post we talk about the relationship between hip pain and low back pain.
How is lower back problem related to hip pain?
The hip joint is an element located between the lumbopelvic joints and the knee, so The lumbopelvic complex, the hip and the knee form a chain whose function must be correctly coordinated during movement.
Likewise, if reference is made to the hip we must necessarily talk about the gluteal muscles. The work of this muscle has become essential when it comes to reducing the symptoms of low back pain.
Thus, it is logical to think that a restriction of movement in one of the parts could affect the mobility of the other. The areas close to the area that has less mobility are compensated by increasing the frequency and amplitude of their movements, to such an extent that it can affect the tissues of this area that is compensating, and, consequently, symptoms appear.
Related hip and lumbar movements
Taking into account that the hip and lumbar spine are joined, their movements are also related. If you pay attention to the various movements of the body, you can notice that every time the hip moves, the lumbar area also does so.
For example, when doing a lumbar flexion, the hip is also flexed; In spinal extension movements, one of the classic Pilates exercises, the hip is also involved, extending it; when a tilting movement is made to the side, both the spine and the hips accompany the movement; On the other hand, the rotation of the lumbar area is also associated with a movement of hip rotation.
Exercises to improve hip mobility
The hip is one of the most important parts for athletes and generally, little attention is paid to it. Lack of hip mobility is one of the limiting factors that can affect any sport., which can negatively affect physical performance and lead to related problems such as low back pain due to shortening of the psoas, since it is the lumbar muscles that support the loads that the gluteus should carry out.
In any case, it is recommended to perform a series of hip mobility exercises to exercise said joint and provide it with strength and stability.
Exercises for lumbar and hip mobility
Lying down, a movement of hip anteversion, so that a gap or arch is left in the lumbar area and the hand passes to the other side. Afterwards, a movement of hip retroversion, crushing the hand, bringing the lumbar area close to the floor.
Exercise to improve hip rotation
From a sitting position with knees bent, the patient will take both legs to one side and the other, trying, as much as possible, for the knees to touch the floor. If you don't reach it, don't force it, because the objective of this exercise is to do it progressively and to gain greater mobility until you reach the ground with your knees.
Exercise for hip and knee flexion
In a standing position, the knee and hip will be flexed on one side only, so that the support is on one leg, keeping the leg flexed as much as possible. If you do not have sufficient balance, you can rest your hand on a wall to do this exercise better.
The objective of this exercise is that the lumbar area does not move with this flexion, and that it is only the hip joint that performs this movement.
Increasing hip mobility is associated with relief of low back pain. Muscles such as the piriformis, psoas or hamstrings will be one of the important objectives for this work. If you have any lumbar pathology, do not hesitate to make an appointment with our expert spine traumatologists for a complete diagnosis and treatment tailored to your pathology. We look forward to helping you and putting an end to the pain that is preventing you from continuing a pain-free life.
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Good afternoon, the reason for this comment is for a recommendation from you, on December 19 I had a complete replacement of my left hip, three days later I was taking my first steps with the help of a walker, the healing is occurring satisfactorily but I have lost a little sensitivity around the wound, the prosthesis does not hurt me at all but I feel that when I walk a lot and exercise (bicycle and weight for the torso and arm) my tendons and muscles hurt gently since The lumbar, passing through the groin to the knee, I sometimes feel pinching when walking that causes me to limp, that is why I must always have a support cane and my balance improves by stabilizing my steps. What exercise should I do to strengthen the muscles and reduce the pain in the lumbars, thanks in advance for your wise advice.
Good morning Alirio,
If you experience any pain or discomfort, you should go to the trauma doctor who performed the operation. We regret that we cannot offer you an accurate diagnosis without first performing the necessary medical studies.
All the best.