Pain on the outside of your hip, an aching knee on the stairs, or a joint that just won't settle down. We use Softwave TRT and hands-on care to help you move comfortably again, without injections or surgery.
Understanding Joint Pain
Hip and knee pain often comes from the tendons, bursae, and soft tissue around the joint, not just the joint itself. Those tissues can be irritated by overuse, age-related changes, or how you move.
On the outside of the hip, the gluteal tendons and the bursa over the bony point of the hip are common sources of pain, especially when lying on that side or climbing stairs. In the knee, the patellar tendon, the tissue around the kneecap, and early arthritis are frequent culprits.
The hip, knee, foot, and lower back work as one chain. A stiff hip or a weak glute can overload the knee, and a knee problem can change how you walk. Good care looks at the whole chain, not just the spot that hurts.
Pain on the outer hip, often worse lying on that side at night
Knee pain going up or down stairs, kneeling, or getting out of a chair
Stiff hips or knees in the morning or after sitting
Pain during or after running, pickleball, tennis, or golf
What We Look For
Our Approach
Softwave TRT is a core part of our joint-pain plans, combined with care that corrects the mechanics behind the pain:
We test the hip, knee, and lower back, check how you walk and squat, and use X-rays when needed to look at the joint
Softwave TRT targets irritated tendons, bursae, and soft tissue around the joint to increase blood flow and support repair, with no needles or downtime
Adjustments to the hip, pelvis, knee, and lower back so the joint moves and loads the way it should
Corrective exercises for the glutes, quads, and core that take pressure off the painful area
Shockwave therapy has been studied for several of these problems, including tendon pain around the hip and knee. Results vary by condition and severity, and Dr. Etemadi will tell you honestly whether you are a good candidate. If your exam suggests a problem that needs an orthopedic opinion, such as a significant tear, we will refer you.
Your Safety Comes First
Most cases are not an emergency, but some symptoms need prompt medical attention. Contact your doctor right away, or call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if symptoms are sudden or severe, if you have:
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Your First Visit
Start with our $99 Relief & Recovery Special: a full consultation, exam, X-rays at the doctor's discretion, and one Softwave TRT or Spinal Decompression session. We serve patients from The Woodlands, Spring, Shenandoah, Conroe, and Tomball.