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- General Health
- 09 Jun 2026
The real question: "My mother is 68 and always sits on the floor. She started complaining of hip pain. Is sitting the cause?"
The answer: Not sitting itself — but how you sit and lack of flexibility.
3 Common Sitting Positions and Their Impact
- Squatting: Safe if joints are flexible — but difficult after 50.
- Sitting with knees bent sideways (Arab-style): Increases pressure on the hip joint — risky for early arthritis.
- Sitting with legs extended: for seniors — reduces pressure by 40%.
SehaSave Tip: Don't stop sitting — adjust it. Use a cushion under the back (10–15 cm) to lift the pelvis — this immediately reduces hip pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does yoga help with sitting on the floor?
Yes — especially hip opener exercises. 8 weeks is enough to improve flexibility by 35% (Dubai Wellness Study 2024).
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See Pediatrics doctors and available timesDoes sitting on the floor hurt the hip joint?
Sitting on the floor is not harmful in itself. It is a natural human position that maintains hip mobility. The problem is not the position but the transition into and out of it, and repeating the movement on a joint that already has wear.
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When it becomes a problem
- Sharp pain in the hip tendons or groin when lowering to the floor.
- Morning stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes.
- Difficulty standing up from the floor without using your hands.
- Pain on the outside of the hip rather than inside the joint — often bursitis.
Joint pain versus soft-tissue pain
Pain in the front of the groin, worse with rotation and end-range motion, is usually the joint. Pain on the outer side that worsens when you lie on that side is usually soft tissue — bursa or tendon — and the treatment differs completely.
Safe hip exercises
- Pelvic tilts with limited knee flexion.
- Front hip stretch from a half-kneeling position.
- Posterior hip stretch with support on a chair.
- Light thigh strengthening with a band.
The rule: if movement worsens the pain, stop. If it eases the pain, repeat it gently.
FAQ
Should I use a floor seat? It reduces flexion angle and helps if the pain is at the front of the hip.
Are exercises enough without a doctor? If pain persists beyond two weeks or comes with stiffness, you need an assessment. Exercise is not a diagnosis.
