Online Physiotherapy
for Hip Pain & Hip Replacement Rehabilitation
in Chennai

Yes. Clinical research confirms that tele-physiotherapy achieves equivalent or superior outcomes to in-person care for hip pain. Patients in Chennai receive the same expert clinical diagnosis and personalised treatment protocols from Dr. Ponkhi Sharma PT via secure HD video call. No travel, no waiting room — just expert care from your home in Chennai.

For mild to moderate hip osteoarthritis, targeted physiotherapy — particularly gluteal strengthening and low-impact aerobic exercise — can significantly delay the need for hip replacement. The evidence is strongest for grade 1–2 OA where significant cartilage remains.

Typically within 1–2 weeks post-surgery, depending on your surgeon's protocol. Early mobilisation is associated with better outcomes. Dr. Ponkhi will coordinate with your surgical team to begin rehabilitation as early as safely appropriate.

No. Greater trochanteric pain syndrome, femoral acetabular impingement, labral tears, psoas tendinopathy, and referred pain from the lumbar spine all cause hip pain without arthritis. Accurate diagnosis determines treatment — which is why the clinical assessment matters.

Standard posterior approach THR precautions include: no hip flexion beyond 90°, no crossing of legs, no internal rotation. Dr. Ponkhi incorporates these precautions into every exercise session and teaches you to apply them in daily activities safely.

Yes. Pregnancy-related hip and pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is very responsive to physiotherapy. Specific sacroiliac joint stabilisation exercises, postural advice, and safe activity modification dramatically reduce PGP during pregnancy.