Groin Pain with Movement
Deep groin aching when walking, climbing stairs, or rotating the leg — often indicative of hip joint involvement including early osteoarthritis or labral irritation.
ACC Covered
No Referral Required
Evidence-based care for lasting relief — chiropractic, acupuncture, and spinal decompression under one roof.
Understanding the Condition
What causes hip pain?
Hip pain can result from bursitis, labral tears, osteoarthritis, SI joint dysfunction, or referred pain from the lumbar spine. Auckland Wellness Centre treats hip pain using chiropractic adjustment, Active Release Technique (ART), acupuncture, and soft tissue therapy.
- Dr. Jun (Principal Chiropractor, ART & TPI certified) assesses hip biomechanics and treats SI joint dysfunction and hip muscle imbalances.
- Dr. Robin Won (PhD, 26 years experience) uses acupuncture for hip osteoarthritis and chronic hip pain — ACC co-payment $20 ($10 for seniors 70+).
- Other acupuncturists (Mike Lee, Ada Zhong, Elaine Yang) provide ACC-covered hip treatment at $0 co-payment.
- ACC covers hip pain caused by injury — chiropractic co-payment $40. Private initial consultation $105.
Evidence: A Cochrane review (Manheimer et al., 2010) found that acupuncture provides statistically significant improvements in pain and function for patients with chronic hip and knee osteoarthritis. NICE guidelines recommend manual therapy as a treatment option for hip pain.
Auckland Wellness Centre at E2 / 27 William Pickering Drive, Rosedale treats hip pain with a seven-practitioner team covering chiropractic, acupuncture, and massage — ACC registered, no GP referral required, open seven days.
ACC Registered Provider — No GP Referral Required
Hip Pain Treatment in North Shore Auckland
Chiropractic care, spinal decompression, and acupuncture for hip flexor tightness, SI joint dysfunction, bursitis, and sciatica-related hip pain — at our Rosedale clinic on Auckland's North Shore.
Auckland Wellness Centre treats hip pain at our North Shore Auckland clinic in Rosedale. Our chiropractors address hip flexor tightness, SI joint dysfunction, bursitis, and sciatica-related hip pain using spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and spinal decompression. Acupuncture provides natural pain relief. ACC patients pay from $0 — no GP referral required.
Last medically reviewed: March 2026 by Dr. Jun, Disc & Sports Chiropractor, Auckland Wellness Centre
Auckland Wellness Centre offers comprehensive hip pain treatment on Auckland's North Shore, using chiropractic care, targeted rehabilitation, and advanced soft tissue techniques to address the root cause of hip dysfunction — not just mask symptoms.
- North Shore Rosedale Clinic
- ACC Registered — Chiropractic $40
- Acupuncture from $0 (ACC)
- No GP Referral Needed
- Pregnancy Hip Pain Care Available
Understanding Your Condition
What Causes Hip Pain?
Hip pain is a broad term covering a range of conditions that affect the hip joint, surrounding muscles and tendons, the sacroiliac joint, and the structures of the lower back that refer pain into the hip region. The hip is a large ball-and-socket joint that must simultaneously provide stability and a wide range of motion — demands that make it vulnerable to both acute injury and gradual degenerative changes.
A common source of confusion is that what people describe as "hip pain" may actually originate from the lumbar spine or sacroiliac joint, with referred pain travelling into the buttock, groin, and outer hip area. This overlap is particularly evident in sciatica, where nerve compression in the lumbar spine produces deep aching pain in the hip and buttock that can mimic a true hip joint problem.
At Auckland Wellness Centre, our chiropractors conduct a comprehensive assessment that differentiates between hip joint pathology, referred spinal pain, and sacroiliac joint dysfunction. This distinction is critical — the wrong diagnosis leads to ineffective treatment. An accurate assessment allows us to direct care precisely where it is needed.
Conditions We Treat
- Hip flexor tightness and strain
- Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction
- Greater trochanteric bursitis
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Sciatica referral into the hip and buttock
- Pregnancy-related pelvic and hip pain
- Piriformis syndrome
Recognise the Signs
Common Hip Pain Symptoms
Hip pain presents in many ways depending on the underlying cause. If any of these patterns sound familiar, an assessment can help clarify the source and appropriate treatment.
Outer Hip Tenderness
Pain and tenderness on the outside of the hip, particularly when lying on that side — commonly trochanteric bursitis or gluteal tendinopathy.
Buttock Pain and Deep Aching
A deep ache in the buttock that may radiate into the back of the thigh — can indicate piriformis syndrome, SI joint dysfunction, or sciatic nerve referral from the lumbar spine.
Stiffness After Sitting
Hip tightness or pain that is worst after prolonged sitting and eases with movement — typical of hip flexor tightness and early joint stiffness.
Lower Back and Hip Pain Together
Pain that spans both the lower back and the hip or buttock — a common presentation of SI joint dysfunction or lumbar disc pathology with referred pain.
Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Pain
Hip, groin, and pelvic girdle pain during or after pregnancy caused by hormonal changes affecting ligament stability — particularly common in the second and third trimesters.
Our Approach
How We Treat Hip Pain
Hip pain rarely exists in isolation. Our approach addresses the hip within the context of the entire spine and pelvis to deliver lasting results.
Spinal and Pelvic Adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments to the lumbar spine and sacroiliac joint are central to treating hip pain that originates from or is aggravated by spinal dysfunction. Restoring normal joint mechanics in the lower back and pelvis significantly reduces referred hip pain and improves overall lower limb function.
Spinal Decompression Therapy
For hip pain caused by lumbar disc pathology or nerve compression producing sciatic referral into the hip region, our spinal decompression table gently creates negative pressure within the disc space to relieve nerve irritation. This is a non-surgical option for patients with disc-related hip and leg symptoms.
Soft Tissue Therapy
The hip flexors, piriformis, glutes, and IT band are frequently tight or tender in patients with hip pain. Myofascial release and trigger point therapy to these muscles is often combined with joint treatment to achieve a more complete and lasting result — particularly for hip bursitis and piriformis syndrome.
Acupuncture and Pregnancy Care
Acupuncture effectively reduces hip pain and inflammation for a range of conditions, including bursitis and SI joint dysfunction. For pregnancy-related hip and pelvic pain, Ada Zhong provides gentle, safe acupuncture treatment appropriate for all stages of pregnancy — offering relief without the need for medication.
Your Care Team
Our Hip Pain Practitioners
Our team covers disc and nerve-related hip pain through chiropractic, postural alignment work, and expert acupuncture care for pregnancy-related pelvic and hip conditions.
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Pregnancy hip and pelvic pain: Ada Zhong specialises in safe, gentle acupuncture for pregnancy-related pain including pelvic girdle pain, hip discomfort, and SI joint instability. Treatment is appropriate throughout pregnancy and does not require a referral.
ACC Treatment
ACC Coverage for Hip Injuries
ACC Patients Welcome
Auckland Wellness Centre is a fully registered ACC provider. If your hip pain resulted from an accident, fall, sporting incident, or workplace injury, you may be eligible for subsidised treatment. We manage ACC registration at the clinic — you do not need to visit your GP beforehand.
No GP referral required — register directly with us
Chiropractic and acupuncture both ACC-claimable
We handle all ACC paperwork and claim lodgement
Covers both acute hip injuries and rehabilitation
Chiropractic Treatment
ACC co-payment per visit
$40
Acupuncture — Mike Lee, Elaine Yang, Ada Zhong
ACC co-payment per visit
$0
Acupuncture — Dr. Robin Won
ACC co-payment per visit
$20
Common Questions
Hip Pain FAQ
Yes. Chiropractors assess the hip joint in relation to the lumbar spine, sacroiliac joint, and pelvis. Hip pain is frequently associated with spinal misalignment or disc pathology that causes referred pain into the hip and buttock region. Chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and corrective exercise can address both local hip conditions and referred pain patterns.
The sacroiliac (SI) joint connects the sacrum at the base of the spine to the ilium of the pelvis. SI joint dysfunction occurs when this joint becomes hypermobile or stiff, causing pain in the lower back, buttock, and hip region. Chiropractic care involving specific SI joint adjustments, soft tissue work, and stabilisation exercises is an effective conservative treatment approach.
ACC covers hip injuries that result from an accident, fall, or workplace incident. Chiropractic treatment is $40 per visit under ACC. Acupuncture is $0-$20 per visit under ACC depending on your practitioner. There is no GP referral required — you can register for ACC-funded treatment directly at Auckland Wellness Centre.
Yes. Pregnancy-related hip pain is common due to the hormone relaxin causing ligament laxity throughout the pelvis and hips. Gentle chiropractic techniques and acupuncture are safe and effective for managing pregnancy-related hip and pelvic pain. Ada Zhong at Auckland Wellness Centre has specific experience working with pregnant patients.
Not necessarily, though they can overlap. Sciatica refers to pain caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve, which originates in the lumbar spine and passes through the hip region before travelling down the leg. Sciatica can cause deep buttock and hip pain alongside leg symptoms. True hip pain originates from the hip joint or surrounding structures. A thorough chiropractic assessment can distinguish between these causes and determine the appropriate treatment.
Ready to Address Your Hip Pain?
Same-week appointments available at our North Shore Rosedale clinic. ACC patients welcome — no GP referral required. Pregnancy hip pain care available.
Our Approach
How we treat hip pain at AWC
We combine multiple evidence-based modalities to address the structural, neurological, and soft tissue components of hip pain.
Chiropractic Adjustment
Precise spinal manipulation restores joint mobility, reduces nerve irritation, and relieves muscular tension. Our chiropractors use Chiropractic BioPhysics (CBP) to identify and correct underlying biomechanical dysfunction.
Spinal Decompression
Non-surgical traction therapy using the Win Trac 100 creates gentle negative pressure to decompress spinal structures, reduce nerve irritation, and promote healing. Effective for a range of spinal conditions.
Active Release Technique (ART)
A soft tissue therapy that targets adhesions and scar tissue in the muscles and fascia. ART reduces muscular tension and restores normal movement patterns essential for long-term recovery.
Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese acupuncture stimulates the nervous system to reduce pain signals, decrease inflammation, and promote the body's natural healing response.
Postural Rehabilitation
Targeted exercises and Denneroll orthotics work alongside adjustments to retrain postural muscles and correct structural abnormalities that drive recurring pain.
Lifestyle Guidance
Integrative approach addressing nutritional, ergonomic, and movement habits. Small changes in how you sit, sleep, and move can dramatically reduce recurrence.
Your Practitioners
Who will treat your hip pain
Dr. Jun
Golf & Disc Chiropractor · Golf & Disc Expert
AWC's Golf & Disc Chiropractor specialising in evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions including hip pain. 12 years experience. ART, TPI (L1/Med2/Fit2/Power2), SFMA certified. Consults in English and Korean.
Dr. Michael Blandy
Senior Chiropractor
20 years of clinical experience in structural correction. Leads the CBP postural rehabilitation programme. Certified in Denneroll orthotics and advanced X-ray analysis. Consults in English.
Dr. Robin Won
Acupuncture Specialist
New Zealand's only certified Acupuncture Specialist. PhD-qualified with 26 years of experience. Treats complex and chronic pain conditions including nerve-related pain and degenerative conditions.
Dr. Brian Bae
Chiropractor
Holistic approach combining posture correction with nutritional and lifestyle changes. Particularly effective for patients whose pain is linked to sedentary work, desk posture, or chronic stress patterns.
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What patients say about hip pain at AWC
★★★★★"I was seen by Dr. Michael Blandy, who was calm, attentive, and incredibly caring, while also demonstrating exceptional skill and professionalism. The consultation was thorough, everything was explained clearly. I felt much more aligned and relaxed after my session."
★★★★★"I play soccer, so I get injured often and my body was out of alignment, but after visiting here I feel like I'm back in my teens! Highly recommend."
ACC Coverage
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How ACC applies to hip pain treatment
ACC covers treatment for injuries
If your hip pain is the result of an accident, injury at work, or an acute strain, ACC may cover your treatment costs significantly — bringing chiropractic consultations to as little as $40 per visit. You do not need a GP referral to access ACC-funded care at Auckland Wellness Centre.
We are a registered ACC provider for both chiropractic and acupuncture. Our reception team will help you verify your claim or lodge a new one at your first visit.
How to claim
Book online or call us — no GP referral needed.
Bring your ACC claim number, or we can register a new claim for you at the clinic.
Pay only your co-payment at each visit — ACC covers the rest.
Transparent Pricing
Private
$105
Private
$70
ACC
$40
Private
$50
ACC
$30
Private
$80
Private
$70
Hip Pain fees
All prices are per consultation. ACC consultations require a valid claim. Private rates apply for non-ACC patients or out-of-scope treatment.
Service
Type
Fee
Chiropractic Consultation
Initial assessment (includes X-ray review if applicable)
Chiropractic Consultation
Follow-up treatment
Chiropractic Consultation
ACC co-payment per visit
Spinal Decompression
Per session (single visit only)
Spinal Decompression
ACC co-payment per session
Acupuncture Initial Consultation
60-minute assessment and treatment
Acupuncture Follow-up
60-minute treatment
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References
- Furlan AD, et al. (2015). Acupuncture and dry-needling for musculoskeletal pain conditions. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews.
- Coulter ID, et al. (2018). Manipulation and mobilization for treating chronic pain: a systematic review. The Spine Journal, 18(5), 866–879.
- New Zealand Guidelines Group. (2004). New Zealand acute musculoskeletal pain guide. Wellington: Accident Compensation Corporation.
- Globe G, et al. (2016). Clinical practice guideline: chiropractic care for low back pain. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 39(1), 1–22.
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