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18/06/2026

Your back does not always hurt because something is wrong with your back.

Very often it is because your hips stopped moving, so your spine is forced to do the job they should be doing.

Research shows that reduced hip mobility is associated with low back pain and altered movement patterns (Reiman et al., 2023).

When the hips cannot move well, the lower back often becomes the “replacement hinge,” and that is when it starts to feel stiff, achy, or tired.

What you see here is a hip mobility drill that encourages the pelvis to move instead of the spine doing all the work.

Why this matters:

• Hip mobility is linked to walking efficiency and movement quality (Behm et al., 2022)
• Better hip movement may reduce compensatory motion elsewhere
• Movement often feels easier before pain changes

Try it tonight:

1. From all fours, step one foot forward
2. Shift your hips back and down
3. Breathe slowly for 20 seconds, 2–3 rounds on both sides

If your hips aren’t contributing, your back often ends up doing more than its fair share.

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📌 DISCLAIMER:

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose or treat hip pain, lower back pain, or any condition, or to replace consultation with your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. All viewers are advised to consult their doctor regarding specific health concerns. Dr Mo does not accept responsibility for any health consequences arising from the use of information presented here.

References:

• Reiman, M.P. et al. (2023). Hip mobility and its relationship to low back symptoms. British Journal of Sports Medicine
• Behm, D.G. et al. (2022). Effects of stretching on flexibility, performance, and muscle tension. European Journal of Applied Physiology

14/06/2026

Most people over 70 have never been shown this exercise.

And it trains one of the muscles most important for balance and walking confidence.

The gluteus medius helps keep your pelvis stable when you walk, climb stairs, or stand on one leg.

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📍 I share simple exercises and movement tips to help you stay strong, steady, and independent as you age.

Research shows reduced gluteus medius strength is associated with hip pain, low back pain, and poorer balance in older adults (Lopes et al., 2023). Strengthening the hip abductors may improve functional performance and stability (Ahn et al., 2024).

How to do it:

• Lie on your side
• Bend the bottom leg for support
• Keep the top leg straight
• Place your fingers on the side of your buttock
• Keep your pelvis stacked (don’t roll backwards)
• Lift the top leg slightly up and out
• Feel the muscle contract under your fingers
• Lower slowly
• Repeat 10–15 times each side

Why the hand placement matters:

It helps you feel whether the right muscle is working and reminds you not to roll the pelvis backwards.

You should feel:

• the side of your buttock working
• not your lower back
• not the front of your hip

If you can’t feel it, check that your pelvis hasn’t rolled backwards.

📌 DISCLAIMER:

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose or treat hip pain, lower back pain, or any condition, or to replace consultation with your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. All viewers are advised to consult their doctor regarding specific health concerns. Dr Mo does not accept responsibility for any health consequences arising from the use of information presented here.

References:

• Lopes, A.D. et al. (2023). Hip abductor strength, balance, and falls in older adults. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy
• Ahn, S.E. et al. (2024). Hip strengthening interventions and functional outcomes. Medicina

11/06/2026

This message is exactly why these three hip tests matter.

When this patient came to see me, I suspected her hip needed further investigation before we did anything else.

These simple tests don’t diagnose the problem.

But they can help identify when hip pain needs a closer look.

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The three tests:

• FABER – pain or major side-to-side differences may indicate the hip or SI region needs further assessment.

• Hip Internal Rotation – painful or restricted movement is commonly seen in people with hip osteoarthritis.

• FADIR – reproduction of groin pain may indicate intra-articular hip involvement.

Research suggests reduced hip internal rotation is one of the earliest movement changes associated with hip osteoarthritis, while FABER and FADIR can be useful components of a comprehensive hip assessment (Poultsides et al., 2022; Reiman et al., 2023).

A positive test isn’t a diagnosis.

But if multiple tests reproduce your familiar symptoms, it’s worth getting assessed by a healthcare professional.

That’s exactly what this patient did.

📌DISCLAIMER:

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose or treat hip pain, osteoarthritis, or any condition, or to replace consultation with your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. All viewers are advised to consult their doctor regarding specific health concerns. Dr Mo does not accept responsibility for any health consequences arising from the use of information presented here.

References:

• Poultsides, L.A. et al. (2022). Hip internal rotation and osteoarthritis. Journal of Hip Preservation Surgery
• Reiman, M.P. et al. (2023). Clinical hip tests and diagnostic accuracy. British Journal of Sports Medicine

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