Welcome back to our hip pain series! While side hip pain is often muscular, groin pain—felt in the crease between your stomach and thigh—is a different story. It's frequently a sign of a hip joint problem, like arthritis, impingement, or instability. At Reform: Fitness & Therapy, we address the root cause to help you find lasting relief.

Are you struggling with persistent discomfort on the side or back of your hip? This is the first in our series on understanding hip pain! Our latest blog post from Reform: Fitness & Therapy in Ooltewah, TN, dives deep into common causes like Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) and how our personalized Pilates-based physical therapy approach can help you find lasting relief. Discover the triggers and what steps you can take to move better and live pain-free.

What if true healing went beyond just recovery? At Reform: Fitness & Therapy in Ooltewah, TN, we're unlocking unparalleled outcomes by integrating Pilates into physical therapy. Get ready to understand how this powerful combination addresses movement patterns, builds core strength, and prevents future injuries.

At Reform: Fitness & Therapy in Chattanooga, we believe in empowering our community with knowledge, so let's break down the key differences between a studio Pilates certification and a national Pilates certification.

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