If your hip hurts, it’s a clear sign that…

6. Referred Pain From the Lower Back

The hip and lower back share nerves.

This means pain felt in the hip may actually originate from:

• Lumbar spine
• Herniated discs
• Nerve compression

Signs of referred pain include:

• Pain radiating down the leg
• Tingling or numbness
• Pain that changes with posture

In these cases, treating the hip alone doesn’t solve the problem.

7. Weak Core Muscles

The core stabilizes the pelvis.

When core muscles are weak:

• The hips compensate
• Joint stress increases
• Movement becomes inefficient

This often leads to hip pain during:

• Walking
• Lifting
• Turning

Core weakness is common and often underestimated.