Hip Pain Physiotherapy in Saskatoon
If your hip pain is stopping you from walking comfortably, running, squatting, sleeping well, or staying active in the gym, you’re not alone, and you’re not broken.
At Vigour Physiotherapy, I help people in Saskatoon with hip pain move better, build strength, and get back to the activities that matter to them through a combination of:
a thorough physiotherapy assessment
the right kind of movement and exercise
strength and load progression
practical strategies for work, sport, and daily life
hands-on treatment where appropriate
We can help simplify what is going on and give you an actionable plan.
No referral required, direct billing available, 1-on-1 care, exercises sent to you after your visit
Hip pain can be frustrating, especially when it keeps coming back or limits your confidence with walking, training, running, or getting into certain positions. The goal is to reduce symptoms, understand what is contributing, and rebuild your strength, mobility, and tolerance with a plan that fits your life.
When should you see a physiotherapist for hip pain?
Book an assessment if:
your hip pain has lasted more than 2–3 weeks
it keeps flaring up with running, squatting, lifting, or walking
stairs, hills, sleeping, or prolonged sitting are consistently aggravating it
you feel pinching, stiffness, aching, or weakness around the hip
your pain is limiting work, training, walking, or sleep
your hip feels tight, weak, or unreliable
you are dealing with pain after an increase in activity, a twist, a fall, or sport
you are not sure what is going on and want a clear plan
You do not need a perfect diagnosis to start making progress — you need a plan that matches your symptoms, goals, and current capacity.
Types of hip pain we work with
If any of the following sounds familiar, we can most likely help:
pain at the front of the hip or groin
pain at the side of the hip
pain deep in the hip or buttock
pain with running, squatting, lunging, or lifting
stiffness after sitting for a while
pain getting in and out of the car or off the floor
discomfort when sleeping on one side
recurring flare-ups with the gym, sport, or longer walks
hip pain that seems to spread into the thigh or glute area
If you are unsure exactly what kind of hip pain you have, that is okay. You do not need a perfect label before starting treatment.
What makes hip pain stick around?
A lot of hip pain is not just about one structure being “damaged.” It is often a combination of:
load intolerance — the hip is not currently prepared for the demands being placed on it
strength and endurance gaps in the glutes, adductors, deep hip muscles, or surrounding areas
mobility restrictions at the hip, pelvis, or lower back
training errors like too much, too soon, or not enough recovery
movement habits that keep irritating symptoms
sensitivity and guarding after a flare-up or injury
work and life factors like prolonged sitting, repetitive lifting, or changes in activity levels
My goal is to reduce symptoms and rebuild your hip’s capacity so you can move with more confidence again.
What your first appointment looks like
In your assessment, we’ll:
Clarify your story — what started it, what makes it better or worse, and what you are trying to get back to
Screen for red flags and decide if anything needs referral
Test movement, strength, and mobility relevant to your goals
Create a plan you understand:
what to do now
what to modify temporarily
what you can usually keep doing in some form
what we are building toward over the next few weeks
You will leave with a clear next step, not just “rest it and see.”
How we treat hip pain (what you can expect)
Treatment is individualized, but typically includes:
education and reassurance
activity modification strategies that keep you moving without constantly flaring symptoms
mobility work where it is actually useful
strength and control for the hip and surrounding joints
progressive loading for walking, stairs, running, squatting, sport, or gym movements
hands-on treatment when helpful
dry needling / IMS when appropriate
The long-term win is resilience: building strength, confidence, and tolerance so your knee can handle the life and activities you want to do.
Common types of hip pain I see
People do not fit neatly into boxes, but these are common patterns:
hip flexor-related pain
gluteal tendinopathy / lateral hip pain
groin pain and adductor-related pain
hip pain related to squatting, lifting, or running
movement-related pinching at the front of the hip
osteoarthritis-related hip pain and stiffness
post-injury or sport-related hip pain
persistent hip pain that has not fully settled
No matter the category, the plan is usually similar: calm it down, build it back up, and help you return to what you want to do with more confidence.
Nick Allard, MPT: Your Knee Pain Physiotherapist
“I’m Nick Allard, a Saskatoon physiotherapist and the owner of Vigour Physiotherapy. I work with active adults and everyday humans dealing with hip pain, whether it showed up during training, built up over time, or keeps coming back whenever you try to do more. My approach is straightforward: figure out what is driving it, calm it down, and build your strength, mobility, and tolerance so you can get back to training, work, and life with more confidence.” Read more about Nick here!
Direct Billing to your insurance, 1-on-1 assessments and treatment, exercises sent to you following your visit, no waitlist
Hip Pain FAQs
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Not always. Many cases of hip pain improve with a good assessment, smart rehab, and gradual loading. If your symptoms suggest imaging or a referral would be helpful, I will let you know.
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Usually not completely. In many cases, the goal is to modify activity rather than stop everything. We will figure out what your hip currently tolerates and build from there.
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Yes. Hip pain with running, squatting, lunging, or lifting is common, and rehab often focuses on load management, strength, mobility, and gradual return to activity.
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This is common with some types of lateral hip pain. It can be related to irritation around the outside of the hip and sensitivity to compression. Treatment often includes load management, strength work, and strategies to reduce aggravation.
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Yes. Physiotherapy can help improve strength, mobility, confidence, and day-to-day function for people dealing with hip osteoarthritis.
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Front-of-hip pinching can have a few different contributors. Assessment helps sort out what positions or loads are aggravating it and what kind of movement or strength work is likely to help.
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Yes, when it fits. It can sometimes help reduce sensitivity and improve tolerance to movement, but rehab and progressive loading are still the main drivers of long-term improvement.
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No referral is usually required to book physiotherapy. If your insurer needs one, check your plan.
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It depends on how irritable it is, how long it has been going on, and your goals. Some people need a few visits and a clear plan. Others benefit from a short block of rehab to build lasting strength and confidence.
Ready to get moving again?
If you’re tired of guessing and want a plan that actually fits your life (and your training), book an appointment. We’ll figure out what’s driving your hip pain and what to do next.
Reviewed by: Nick Allard, MPT (Registered Physiotherapist) • Last updated: 2026-04-06
This page is intended for general information only and is not a substitute for medical advice or an individual assessment. If you are experiencing severe or worsening hip pain, significant swelling, inability to bear weight, fever, unexplained weight loss, or symptoms after major trauma, seek urgent medical care.
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610 Queen Street #102
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