Woman's World highlights how walking can help soothe hip pain according to Dena Barsoum, MD, physiatrist at HSS. 

“Hip joint pain is typically categorized as pain originating from inside the hip joint and pain from the surrounding soft tissues,” said Dr. Barsoum,. The hip joint, a ball-and-socket structure cushioned by cartilage, is one of the body’s largest weight-bearing joints and plays a crucial role in our mobility, she explained.

Building muscle strength around the hip is one of the most effective ways to ease and prevent hip joint pain when walking, said Dr. Barsoum. And one of the best moves to try is squats, she explained.

Using a wall for support can help maintain proper form and reduce the risk of knee injury. “The key is to imagine sitting back into a chair,” Dr. Barsoum said. “You’re sticking your butt out to the back and lowering yourself down as if you were going to sit down into a chair.” 

Walking, using an elliptical machine and running are also good for hip strength. Just be careful not to push through pain, or you may put yourself at risk of injury. “Use your body as a guide,” said Dr. Barsoum. “Let’s say you want to go out for a walk and your hip is feeling good, then that’s a good time to go for a walk or run.”

Read the full article at womansworld.com.