Why Does Your Hip Hike When You Walk?

from Aligned With Dr. Nicole Addison Hosted by Dr. Nicole Addison

Ever notice that one hip seems to rise higher than the other when you walk, run, or stand on one leg? A hip hike isn't necessarily a “tight hip” problem. The movement of your pelvis is influenced by the entire kinetic chain — from the way your foot and ankle interact with the ground, to the position and movement of your femur, hip, pelvis, and even the muscles controlling the trunk. In this episode, we’ll break down the biomechanics behind a hip hike and explore how the ankle, femur, hip, pelvis, and surrounding muscles all interact to influence what you see at the pelvis. We’ll also talk about why simply stretching the hip or strengthening one muscle isn't always the answer, and how addressing the underlying movement strategy can help you improve the way your body moves. Because when it comes to biomechanics, the place you see the movement isn't always the place where the problem starts. 🎧 Listen in to understand your hip hike from the ground up. For more daily content, visit us here.