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Before You Accept Hip Arthritis as “Normal,” Read This

February 12, 2026 Posted by Dr. Christopher Garcia, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, USAW Fitness & Performance Training, Health & Wellness, Hip, Back & Core, Injury Prevention, Physical Therapy, Running

Navigating hip arthritis in today’s healthcare system can feel exhausting. One provider tells you it’s “just age.” Another suggests rest. Someone else hands you a sheet of generic exercises. Weeks turn into months, and you’re still stiff, frustrated, and wondering if this is just your new normal.

That’s exactly why Dr. Chris Garcia created Sports Performance Physical Therapy: to give active adults a clear, confident path forward, not vague advice, temporary relief, or a lifetime sentence to “just deal with it.”

Dr. Chris is a residency-trained Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 15 years of experience working in professional sports. As the founder and CEO of Sports Performance, he built this clinic around one core belief: your body should feel strong, capable, and reliable…even as you age.

Hip arthritis doesn’t mean your best days are behind you. It means your hip needs the right strategy.

Is This the Right Fit for You?

  • If you’ve experienced any of the following, this Hip Arthritis Class was designed for you:
  • You feel stiff every morning and need time just to “warm up.”
  • Getting out of the car, off the couch, or up the stairs feels harder than it should.
  • You’ve been told it’s bone-on-bone and there’s nothing you can do except wait.
  • You’ve tried walking more, stretching more, or resting more — and it hasn’t changed much.
  • You’re worried that if this keeps progressing, surgery may be your only option.
  • You’re starting to avoid activities you used to enjoy because you don’t trust your hip.
  • You’re frustrated — not because you’re weak — but because you want your life back.

Most people with hip arthritis aren’t looking for a miracle. They just want to move without thinking about it every second.

Here’s the Truth About Hip Arthritis, it is not just about cartilage.

  • It’s about strength loss.
  • It’s about joint irritation.
  • It’s about muscles that stopped supporting the hip the way they used to.
  • It’s about compensations that slowly overload the system.

Rest alone doesn’t fix that. Pushing through doesn’t fix that. Random exercises from YouTube don’t fix that. What works is a structured plan that reduces irritation, rebuilds strength, and restores confidence in your movement.

That’s exactly what this class will teach.

Here’s What to Expect From the Hip Arthritis Class

  • Break down what’s actually happening inside your hip — in simple language.
  • Explain why certain movements make it worse (and what to do instead).
  • Show you practical mobility and strength drills you can start immediately.
  • Help you understand when pain is a warning — and when it’s safe to move.
  • Give you a clear roadmap so you’re not guessing anymore.
  • You’ll walk away knowing whether your current approach is helping or hurting — and what to change.

Because the worst part of hip arthritis isn’t pain…It’s uncertainty. Not knowing if you’re making it worse, wondering if it’s permanent oe feeling like your body is slowly shrinking your world.

You don’t have to stay there. The Next Step Is Simple

Join us for the Hip Arthritis Class and get clarity.

  • You’ll understand your condition.
  • You’ll learn what actually helps.
  • You’ll leave with a plan.

At Sports Performance, the goal isn’t just to reduce pain.

It’s to help you feel like yourself again — strong, confident, and in control of your body.

If you’re tired of guessing and ready for answers, this class is where you start.


As always, we hope this helps! For any questions and all suggestions, please email us at TeamSP@SportsPerformancePT.com

If you want to know more information about how we can help, get started with a FREE discovery phone call.

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– Dr. Chris

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Doctor of Physical Therapy | Residency Trained Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist | Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist | USA Weightlifting Advanced Sports Performance Coach | Movement Specialist |

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