HIP PAIN

Hip Pain Treatment on Long Island and in Brooklyn

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Living With Hip Pain?

Hip pain can be pain on the outside of your hip when you lie on it, a deep ache in the groin when you walk or get out of the car, stiffness putting on socks, or pain that limits running and golf. At Panetta Physical Therapy, a licensed physical therapist finds the source and builds a plan to get you moving comfortably again. We treat hip pain at our clinics in Ronkonkoma, Bay Shore and Roslyn on Long Island, and in Greenpoint, Brooklyn.

How We Treat Hip Pain

A full evaluation

We check hip motion and strength and rule out your lower back as the source of the pain.

Targeted strengthening

Glute and core work that supports the hip and takes stress off irritated tendons.

Hands-on care

Joint and soft-tissue techniques to ease pain and restore motion.

Movement coaching

Changes to walking, running, sleeping position and sitting that calm symptoms.

Post-surgical rehab

Step-by-step recovery after hip replacement and hip arthroscopy, coordinated with your surgeon.

What Hip Pain Feels Like

  • Pain on the outside of the hip, especially lying on that side or climbing stairs
  • A deep ache or pinch in the groin when walking, sitting or getting out of a car
  • Stiffness putting on shoes and socks or getting in and out of bed
  • Clicking, catching or locking in the hip
  • Pain that limits running, golf, pickleball or long walks

Common Causes

Common causes include hip bursitis and gluteal tendinopathy, osteoarthritis, labral tears, hip impingement (FAI), muscle strains, low back problems that refer pain to the hip, and recovery after hip replacement or arthroscopy.

When to See a Physical Therapist

Time to See a PT

See a physical therapist if hip pain lasts more than a week or two, wakes you at night, or limits walking, stairs or sports.

Get Medical Care Right Away If

You cannot bear weight after a fall, the hip is hot and swollen with fever, or pain comes with unexplained weight loss or night sweats.

Want to learn more first? Join one of our free hip pain workshops →

Therapists Who Treat Hip Pain

Every Panetta physical therapist treats hip pain. These team members have a particular focus on it.

Ryan Dragotta

PT, DPT · Ronkonkoma

Hip pain and balance

Kristy Gonzalez

PT, DPT · Bay Shore

Hip and pelvic stability, return to sport

Daria Bystry

PT, DPT · Bay Shore

Hip pain and mobility

Jaclyn Carabott

PT, DPT, COMT · Bay Shore

Hip pain and joint replacement rehab

Steve Wiley

PT, DPT · Roslyn

Hip pain, golfers

James Galassi

PT, DPT, COMT · Greenpoint

Complex hip problems

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Elisa Bonavita
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Steve is awesome. He helped get me back on track.
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I’ve been going to Dr. Galassi on and off since I was 16, and he has helped me more than I ever could have imagined. Most recently, I was dealing with numbness in my feet and sciatic pain, and within just a few sessions, the numbness was gone and I felt significantly better. I truly believe he can help fix just about any injury. I’ve recommended so many people to him because I genuinely feel he has a gift for healing. If you’re willing to show up and push through the ups and downs of recovery, he is absolutely the person you want by your side. There have been times I’ve left sessions in tears not from pain, but from disbelief at how much better and more pain-free I felt walking out of the office. I can’t recommend him enough.
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My experience at panetta has truly been life changing.i’m so grateful fo the safe,supportive environment and the care I received. A special thank you to my therapist,Danish Anwar for his patience,guidance and understanding. Your support has made a real difference in my journey.
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I had a great experience with Dr. James Galassi at Panetta Physical Therapy. He’s professional, approachable, caring and explains everything in simple, easy-to-understand terms. The PT assistants — Constantine, Jake, Rich, and Christian — are patient and attentive, and Katie at the front desk makes scheduling and insurance issues easy to manage. Even though they didn’t treat me directly, Dr. Wiley and Dr. Anwar were fun and personable. Highly recommend this friendly, well-run office.
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I can't say enough about the staff and the services at Pennetta. Everyone is so helpful and motivated to help heal whatever physical ailments you're dealing with. I especially love the Roslyn Village Office
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After being diagnosed with rotator cuff injury I came back to James for treatment and exercises at home. After a few weeks I am greatly improved and appreciative for all the work and excellent supervision. Thanks James, Rich and Panetta PT.
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This is an update to my review, which I wrote several years back (see below) and is still applicable! I've recently returned to Panetta Roslyn for help following another injury--this time involving my rotator cuff--and once again, Panetta in Roslyn made all the difference in my healing and recovery. If you live within range and are in need of PT, this is the place you want to be. There are probably a hundred PT centers in Nassau County alone, but there's simply no place like Panetta Roslyn. Normally, you'd be lucky to find ONE Physical Therapist who is as superior as all three of the PT's who call Panetta Roslyn home. Steve, James and Danish are ALL first-rate in their professional knowledge and level of care. Katie who runs the scheduling and other business at the front desk is completely lovely and accommodating. Huge praise for Rich, the therapeutic assistant who manages any number of patients at once in the exercises rehab area--he is incredible! The bottom line, even after all these years, is that Panetta Roslyn is still the place to be. I'm back to my yoga and weight-training routines after hardly being able to lift my left arm, and it's all thanks to these amazing therapists and staff. Below is my original five-star review... I chose Panetta PT because of its proximity to my home, but frankly, it would have been worth a drive five times as long for the level of care and therapeutic treatment I've received here. Every member of the staff is top shelf, beginning with the front desk that's friendly and quick to accommodate even a schedule as specific as mine. The assistants who worked me through my prescribed exercise regimen were all superb, especially Dana, whose knowledge and passion for kinesthetic work is completely inspiring. The big kudos here go to the PT's themselves, two gents who are rock stars in the field as far as I'm concerned. I was lucky enough to have a few sessions with Danny, but my regular therapist was Steve, about whom I could rhapsodize for days. Besides being extraordinarily skilled and completely expert in his professional knowledge, Steve is vastly generous in the time he takes to educate his patients, and highly responsive to the immediate needs of patients before, during and after each session. In two months, I have progressed from barely being able to engage my right shoulder at all to being able to do full push-ups again. Best of all, I've learned what to do and what not to do in the future to protect this fussy joint. The space is sanitary and well attended, the location has ample parking and the care simply cannot be beat. Don't be surprised if, like me, you come to Panetta Roslyn as an anonymous face and leave feeling like a member of the family.
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I have been seen at the Roslyn office of Panetta Physical Therapy many times over the years, all with positive results. However I had to use Panetta again recently to rehab after a total knee replacement I had this past July. I have to say, without their help especially the physical therapist, Stephen Wiley, I would not have been back to playing pickleball at 5 weeks post op. I had wanted a therapist who would motivate me and inspire me to work hard both in the office and at home. Stephen knew how important it was to me to get back on the courts and start playing again. It made it easier to get through the painful recovery because our priorities were aligned. Everyone at the office were so very accommodating and caring and kind that it made coming to the office like being with your friends for the hour. I would HIGHLY recommend Panetta Therapy to everyone looking for qualified and caring physical therapists who treat you as a friend and patient.
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Alex is our treating PT specialist and he is very good. Easy going and caring. My son loves coming here. A nice, clean boutique PT place.
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I had an outstanding experience at Panetta Physical Therapy. From the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming, helpful, and knowledgeable. Scheduling appointments was a breeze, the facility was spotless, and the parking was easy and convenient — which made the whole process stress-free. I worked with Steve Wiley as my physical therapist, and I truly cannot say enough about him. He guided me through recovery from multiple injuries with detailed, easy-to-follow instructions. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication to patient care are unmatched. Steve is, without a doubt, the best physical therapist I have ever met. I’m so grateful for the healing and progress I’ve made thanks to him and the entire Panetta team. Highly recommend!

Where to Get Hip Pain Treatment

Ronkonkoma

3385 Veterans Memorial Highway, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

(631) 676-3111

Hip Pain focus: Ryan Dragotta

Ronkonkoma clinic →

Bay Shore

131 West Main Street, Bay Shore, NY 11706 (entrance on Smith Ave)

(631) 665-4560

Hip Pain focus: Kristy Gonzalez, Daria Bystry, Jaclyn Carabott

Bay Shore clinic →

Roslyn

55 Bryant Avenue, Roslyn, NY 11576

(516) 484-9775

Hip Pain focus: Steve Wiley

Roslyn clinic →

Greenpoint

112 Greenpoint Ave, Suite 1B, Brooklyn, NY 11222

(347) 843-5000

Hip Pain focus: James Galassi

Greenpoint clinic →

Hip Pain FAQs

Yes. Pain on the outside of the hip usually responds well to strengthening the glutes, adjusting activities and sleeping positions, and hands-on care.

Yes. The lower back can refer pain to the hip, buttock and groin. Your physical therapist will check both so treatment targets the real source.

Yes. We provide rehab after hip replacement and hip arthroscopy, following your surgeon’s precautions and protocol.

No. In New York you can start physical therapy without a referral for up to 10 visits or 30 days.

Ready to Start Feeling Better?

No referral needed to start. Ask about a free 30-minute discovery session at any of our clinics.