Living With Confidence: The Importance of Hip Health

Authors

• Ellisa Louisy, St. Cloud State University
• Shannon M. Meyer, St. Cloud State University
• Kyle W. Reason, St. Cloud State University

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Description

The hip joint is essential for weight-bearing movement, providing both mobility and stability as a ball-and-socket joint. Surrounding muscles generate movement and maintain stability during daily activities like walking, standing, and rising from a chair. As the link between the trunk and lower limbs, reduced hip strength or mobility can impair balance and movement efficiency. In women, hormonal changes, especially after menopause, contribute to decreased bone density and muscle mass, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and hip fractures and underscoring the importance of hip health.

Publication Date

5-19-2026

City

St. Cloud, MN

Keywords

Hip strengthening, Hip exercises, Females, Menopause, Mobility

Disciplines

Exercise Science | Musculoskeletal System | Physiotherapy

Comments

InnovateHER Meeting Poster - May 19, 2026

Recommended Citation

Louisy, Ellisa; Meyer, Shannon M.; and Reason, Kyle W., "Living With Confidence: The Importance of Hip Health" (2026). InnovateHER Meeting 2026. 11.
https://digitalcommons.centracare.com/innovateher_meeting_2026/11