Hip pain is often a whole movement pattern
The hip does not work alone. Walking, stairs, sitting, and bending depend on how the hip coordinates with your pelvis, back, knee, foot, and balance.
Hip pain shows up in daily life
Walking gets shorter
The leg no longer swings easily behind you, so the lower back may compensate.
Stairs feel uneven
One side may feel weaker, tighter, or less trustworthy.
The pelvis moves as a block
Many people lose the ability to move the femur, pelvis, and spine independently.
Differentiate the hip from the back
A common hip-pain pattern is that the lumbar spine does work the hip should share. Another is the opposite: the pelvis freezes and the leg never truly moves in the socket.
Feldenkrais lessons restore small, clear distinctions so walking and bending can be distributed across the whole system.
What we work on
Hip and pelvis
Can the leg move while the pelvis rests? Can the pelvis move while the leg stays easy?
Walking pattern
We reconnect hip movement to the foot, knee, spine, and head.
Supported release
Tight hip flexors respond better to gentle supported learning than aggressive stretching.
Evidence-informed care
Direct hip evidence is emerging
A 2025 study found that adding Feldenkrais to DNS exercises improved pain and hip-strength outcomes in older women with chronic low back pain.
Not a replacement for diagnosis
Hip fracture, infection, avascular necrosis, or severe arthritis signs require medical assessment.
Useful around surgery
For hip replacement, Feldenkrais can support movement before and after surgery while respecting your surgeon's precautions.
Hi, I'm Koby
I'm a certified Feldenkrais Practitioner, trained at Instituto Feldenkrais in Barcelona. My work is based on Dr. Feldenkrais' original Amherst Functional Integration lessons.
Personally, this method completely removed my own shoulder and lower back pain. That experience is what drives me.
I now live in Amsterdam with my wife and three wonderful kids, and I work with people one-on-one from my practice here in the city.
What my clients say
I first came to Koby's Feldenkrais practice five months after surgery on my lower back. Weekly sessions with Koby helped to turn this around. Our sessions consist of gentle, intuitive movement combined with breathing and awareness. I find what Koby does to be safer than most yoga classes and more effective than conventional physiotherapy. Highly recommended.
I came to Koby as I had problems with my neck. With Koby I learned how to sit properly, how to exercise daily and how to be more conscious to my body. It made a great difference. Strongly recommend.
"But physiotherapy is covered by my insurance..."
That is a fair question
Physiotherapy is excellent at treating injuries, strengthening weak muscles, and supporting recovery after surgery.
Many clients do both
Many of my clients come after a course of physio. Physio addressed their symptoms, but the pain kept returning.
Feldenkrais works with habits
We look at the unconscious habits in how you sit, stand, and move that may be causing the strain.
Simple pricing
One session is €50. Most people feel a meaningful difference within 2 to 4 sessions.
Free guide: 3 gentle movements for hip comfort
A short PDF with easy movements for hip, pelvis, and back coordination.
No spam. Just the guide and a few helpful follow-ups.
Frequently asked questions
Feldenkrais cannot reverse joint-surface changes, but it can help you move with less guarding and distribute effort more comfortably.
Yes, once you are cleared to move and we follow your surgeon's precautions.
No referral is needed. You can book directly. If you'd like, I'm happy to coordinate with your GP or physiotherapist.
Feldenkrais is not covered by Dutch basic insurance. Some supplementary packages reimburse part of the cost under alternative therapies. Check with your insurer.
Normal, comfortable clothing. You stay fully clothed throughout the session. No special gear or equipment needed.
Feldenkrais is especially well-suited for older adults because it's gentle by design. It is always the right age to start.
Yes, sessions are available in both Dutch and English.
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