The Hip, the Pelvis, and the Connected Body
The Hip, the Pelvis, and the Connected Body — What the Research Shows
The hip joint is not simply where your leg meets your body. Research in kinesiology, biomechanics, and connective tissue anatomy consistently demonstrates that the hip and pelvic girdle function as the central load transfer point for the entire musculoskeletal system — and that dysfunction here produces measurable effects far beyond the hip itself.
Does It Matter Whether Movement Is Active or Passive?
The idea sounds reasonable on the surface. Moving your body, strengthening it, taking ownership of your recovery — that has to be better than lying on a table while someone works on you, right?