If your hip aches, throbs, or feels stiff when you try to sleep especially when lying on your side you're not alone. Many adults over 50 experience nighttime hip pain that makes it hard to fall asleep or stay asleep.
And usually, it’s not the mattress.
It’s what’s happening inside the hip joint.
Nighttime hip pain often signals inflammation, muscle imbalance, or joint degeneration that becomes more noticeable when the body is at rest.
When you stop moving, circulation slows and joint inflammation becomes more noticeable.
Side sleeping puts body weight directly on an already inflamed joint or bursa.
Tight muscles increase tension and make the hip feel "locked."
Joint surfaces lose smoothness, causing dull, aching pain at night.
Inflamed bursa sacs become extra sensitive with pressure.
Back issues often refer pain into the hip, especially after lying still.
You may experience:
If this sounds familiar, your hip is trying to tell you something.
Pain pills and sleep aids may help temporarily, but they do not reduce inflammation or restore joint function.
If the pain keeps coming back, it's a sign the hip needs targeted care.
Our clinic specializes in non-surgical treatments that reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and support natural healing inside the joint.
Our approach helps:
Most patients notice improvement in pain and sleep within a short period.
🏋️ Stretch hip flexors and glutes before bed
🧊 Apply ice to reduce inflammation
🛏 Place a pillow between your knees
🚶♂️ Take a short walk after dinner
💧 Stay hydrated
🧘 Gentle hip mobility exercises to loosen the joint
Small changes can make big improvements.
Nighttime hip pain doesn’t have to be part of aging.
With the right treatment, you can sleep comfortably again and wake up feeling refreshed.
