The Hip Hook V Pso Rite - The differences between the two Hip Flexor Release Products.
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- čas přidán 30. 07. 2024
- We'll lay out the Pros and Cons to these psoas release tools to help you choose which is right for you. Tightness in the iliacus and psoas (your primary hip flexors) is directly connected to many different kinds of pain throughout the body because this tightness rotates the pelvis and twists the body out of alignment. This tightness can cause or worsen sciatica pain, lower back pain, hip pain, pelvic pain, and even knee pain.
These are important and often overlooked muscles in unresolved pain.
We hope this post helps you figure out which product is best for you. If you want more information please visit us at www.alethahealth.com/
Do you think your psoas is the cause of your problems or perhaps you know for a fact? We hope to help you identify the tool for you!
Hip Hook Benefits
We will start alphabetically with the Hip Hook.
The hip hook Has been designed meticulously to treat the iliopsoas (iliacus + psoas). By lying on the hip hook, you initially put pressure on the psoas muscle. Once the hook has sunk in and you have relaxed into it, it's now time for the magic. Utilizing angular pressure, pushing down on the lever, results in the hip hook pivoting up into the iliacus muscle, effectively releasing both hip flexor muscles.
Think about it this way: if you have #tighthipflexors that only tighten up when you stretch them, you require pressure. But you need to apply pressure to both the psoas and the iliacus muscle to release the entire iliopsoas muscle.
Only releasing the psoas and ignoring the iliacus; would be like only moving your front tires off the railroad tracks for an oncoming train; you might survive, but it's not the best decision. There are two parts to the iliopsoas, and the Hip Hook has been designed to use angular pressure and leverage to effectively release both in the same way a physical therapist or bodyworker would do manually.
Hip Hook Pso-Rite Comparison
The #hiphook is about precision, no different than a sniper rifle, the #psorite is a shotgun. It covers the spread. You can use the pso-rite on the glutes, hamstrings, calves, shoulder, pec, biceps etc. This will be perpendicular pressure (straight up and down), and you will not be able to effectively release the psoas and iliacus. Like any problem, you need the correct tool for the job.
Pso Rite vs Hip Hook Review
The makers of pso-rite brought psoas release into the mainstream, and we are so thankful for that. If you purchase the pso-rite and it provides you relief, that makes us so happy, as that fits with our mission of ridding the world of unnecessary pain.
The hip flexor complex is, well, complex. What may work for you may not work for others. That is why we genuinely want you to find the best tool for you! The pso-rite may work on your psoas, but it can't reach the iliacus effectively because it wasn't designed to do so.
If you have general hip or quad tightness and it's not causing you pain or getting in the way of your life, the pso-rite may be a good starting point as it allows for use elsewhere in the body.
Now, if the pso-rite didn't work for you, or if your hip flexors are causing pain in the hip, back, down into the knee or even up into the ribs, shoulder or neck. You NEED a precision tool to get at the muscle effectively to relieve that long-standing tension.
We only hope to provide the correct information so that you make the most informed decision. Please do not hesitate to contact us with your questions via our Instagram
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Contact us at info@alethahealth.com to see if the Hip Hook is right for you!
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I use both. I actually first foam roll my legs, quads and abductors. Then I use the psi-rite and then the hip hook. The hip hook makes all the difference. I am finally pain free in my hips. I train BJJ and my ability to retain guard is drastically improved. I highly recommend it.
That's awesome to hear! You've got a nice routine there and we're glad it's working for you. Getting into the iliacus with the Hip Hook is a game changer!
The hip hook was some of the best money I’ve spent. Squatting and running has gotten so much easier
Woohoo! We are so happy to hear that you are loving your Hip Hook and that it's making a difference for you.
I been a pso rite user for last 2 years..and I found the hip hook to be much more superior in terms of attacking the Psoas and illacus..used it first time and BAM..it hits the spot right away..Pso Rite is good though but more for a all rounder..the Hip Hook is much more of a specialised tool. Love love love it
Would you say if I havent tried Pso rite then just go with Aletha?
I just got my hip hook in the mail. Was curious how long I should use it for each side when using the hip hook? Also, how long before I lean my arm on the hook. Just curious to know the times for each. Tried it for the first time today. Little hard to use at first but I think I mastered using it after a few attempts. Thanks!
That's awesome that you've just received your Hip Hook! As you may see in some of our other videos, we recommend starting with somewhere between 30-90 seconds with the platform of the tool flat on the ground. After this initial time, you can then reach back with your arm to begin tilting the Hip Hook. Holding that position now, you would hold for another 30-90 seconds.
I feel like this is part 1 of a longer series comparing these two tools....
You can absolutely get angled release with the Pso-rite on the iliacus. You use one peak and angle it toward your leg so it’s lined up with your hip bone or whatever that flange like bone is called that the iliacus is tucked inside.
Since the Pso-rite is so high, and when you’re on one peak, you can do this rolling type move that just digs in there so good. Wonderful hip release. I’m tempted to post the link that Pso rite made that states that the Pso rite wasn’t designed to use both peaks at once. In the same group of videos it teaches you how to target your iliacus.
I’m also tempted to buy this hip hook to see if it’s truly better, but a little turned off since you clearly don’t know how to use a Pso rite properly, as it’s designed. They literally have videos on their website.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Even before creating the Hip Hook, we tried all sorts of balls and tools out there (including the Pso-Rite) and found that it wasn't ideal for targeting the iliacus. The peaks were too broad and too rounded to pinpoint tighter spots within the iliacus.
We'd love you to try out the Hip Hook to see what you think. The smaller tip of the Hip Hook mimics that of a skilled therapist's fingers, allowing you to apply direct, precise pressure from infinite angles and release the iliacus and psoas muscles effectively.
@@AlethaHealth I may try it at some point. No doubt it looks like a great tool! But I have found the Pso rite digs into the illiacus plenty for me. The amount of release I get is more than I can handle so far.
But again, the hip look looks great, and I can see it looks to be designed to get in deep.
I will just say that if you actually watch the videos I posted, and use the Pso rite one peak at a time as it was intended, you will find that it is much more of a tool than the guy in this video claims.
@@jedinaiit2345 that's awesome that you find it helps you out! At the end of the day, we love hearing about people improving tightness in their hip flexors that helps them feel better. We are appreciative of other brands that recognize the impact that these muscles can have on the body.
We are aware that you can use the Pso-Rite one peak at a time. David (the guy in the video) has tried that as well, but perhaps he just didn't mention it specifically in the video and that may be causing the confusion.
I totally agree ! This video is very misleading as the best way to use the pso rite is one peak at a time. It’s amazing how well I can target the iliacus and even the lateral QL as I rotate my torso using one peak at a time. I have the hip hook too and find it very specific, but less effective on its own. I use it after the full release I get from the pso rite to target a smaller, specific area.
The hip hook is an expensive tool at $200 and quite an investment for a patient's budget. What makes the cost of this tool so high?
If I work on doing the youtube exercises and stretches for tight ileopsoas and rotated pelvis from your clinic, Aletha Health, will my ileopsoas become stronger and less tense over time, eliminating the need for this tool?
Also, is it possible for patients to release their own ileopsoas with their own hands, similar to the way a practitioner uses their hand to perform this release on their client?
If so, it would be great to have a video on this as well.
Thanks for reaching out. The Hip Hook is a product made with 14 different components that are assembled in the USA. It is not a simple plastic mold that is much cheaper and easier to make.
The Hip Hook solves a problem that someone cannot achieve on their own. To release the hip flexors (the psoas & iliacus) effectively, it requires the right amount of pressure at the right angles that is also sustained for a longer period of time.
This is something that a highly skilled practitioner could provide for you to both your psoas and iliacus muscles, but isn't something that you can do to yourself with the same effectiveness.
You may try using your own hands or some of the other exercises and stretches that we have available on our CZcams channel and see how it helps.
So you know, the Hip Hook comes with a 60-day money-back guarantee. If you have more questions, please feel free to reach back out to us at hello@alethasupport.com.
So in looking online, typical mark-ups/profit margins for manufactured goods are 25-35% and on the high 85%. If the hip hook were to have a 85% mark-up, the price of manufacturing would be approximately $110. Is the cost of manufacturing the hip hook really that high?
I notice in the comments on the Facebook ads for the Hip Hook that many people comment that it is out of their price range and some suggest that many more people would purchase it at a lower price.
Price is ridiculous.
Seems to me that the hip hook would work better for more people as it works one side at a time, the Pro Rite is one size supposedly fitting all body types, that would be it's shortcoming, but as you said in video, Pso rite can also do back musculature. I would be inclined to go with Hip hook as I really like the specificity it offers, there are many ways to undo tight lumbar, QL, erectors. Thx for the vid.
We're glad that you found this video helpful! If you have any more questions about the Hip Hook, please feel free to reach out to us at hello@alethasupport.com.
Can't you use the Pso Rite to release the iliacus muscle if you use one "ridge" and tilt into it?
You are free to try that and see how well it works for you. As shared in the video, the Pso-Rite seems to be best for applying perpendicular pressure into the psoas.
Using the Hip Hook, it was designed to be able to apply the perpendicular pressure to the psoas when laying over it with the platform flat on the ground AND apply angular pressure to the iliacus when pressing down on the handle.
The functionality of the Hip Hook angling over its pivot point allows for the right amount of pressure needed to release the iliacus and also keeping the tool securely in place underneath you (which is important). This also helps you position your body comfortably where you can truly relax over the tool and get the most effective release possible.
We hope this helps! :)
@@AlethaHealth thank you for the reply. I ordered a hip hook last night. I have issues with my right SI joint that I believe is causally related to the pain in my right exterior knee and overall tightness in my entire right leg. I have the Pso-Rite, pso-spine, TimTam, Vertiball, Chirp Wheels in an effort to self treat at home during the pandemic. I am eager to solve my issues that seemed to stem from an intercostal muscle sprain in Oct 2019. Looking forward to receiving your product.
@@matthewsharayko7463 you're welcome! We are very excited for you to try out the Hip Hook and see how it helps you out.
We've had many users of the tool say that their SI joint pain, TFL/IT band related knee issues have improved since using the Hip Hook.
We hope that you will experience the same kind of results. Please do keep us posted once you've received your Hip Hook and had the chance to test it out!
@@AlethaHealth just got the hip hook today and tried it out. It is VERY different than the Pso-Rite both visually and in terms of feel. I tried using the Pso-Rite to release the iliacus (and I though I was somewhat successful) but now I can tell that the Hip Hook is much more effective. It's the smaller tip combined with the fact that the Hip Hook rotates outwards that really nails the iliacus. Pso-Rite is still very useful just for different muscles such as the piriformis and psoas. I will be interested in seeing how my symptoms improve with repeated use of the Hip Hook.
@@matthewsharayko7463 Hi there!! Thanks for sharing your experience, we are so glad to hear you are enjoying the Hip Hook! We would love if you left us a review on our product page sharing your experience if you haven't had the opportunity to already! shop.alethahealth.com/products/the-hip-hook
Aren’t you the proprietors of the Hip Hook? Can we really expect a non-biased comparison of the two products when you’re trying to sell one of them and not the other?
Hey Dan! You're right: We do sell the Hip Hook. We also realize there are pros and cons for every product and we do want people to make an informed decision. The Pso Rite is designed to release the psoas but doesn't offer targeted release, or access to, the iliacus muscle. If someone has been releasing their psoas but still having the same aches and pains, it would be important to consider addressing the entire iliopsoas. If someone is looking for a tool that can be used for the psoas as well as other places on their body, then the Hip Hook isn't the best choice for them. We'd like to think Pso Rite would describe these differences in the same way.
Ok. I'm very interested in the product and may very well end up buying the hip hook. I just think it’s somewhat unprofessional not include a disclaimer at the beginning of the video stating you are the sellers and that there may be a conflict of interest in reviewing the products.
@@danjohnsonspam Transparency and integrity are important to us and we really appreciate you sharing this. We’ll reconsider how we do these kinds of videos and make sure that it's clear. We are planning to make a newer video of this soon and will incorporate this feedback.
@@AlethaHealth Much respect for recognizing this rather than just brushing off my criticism. Alas, neither Pso-rite nor Hiphook seem to be available for purchase within the EU though :( Pso-rite has an EU-based website but is all out of product. And you guys seem to have nothing of EU-based operations or retailers. Correct me if I'm wrong.
@@danjohnsonspam We are a very young company (only selling & shipping the Hip Hook since Sep 2020) and are entirely based out of the United States. There are currently no other authorized resellers of the Hip Hook, as the only place you can purchase one is through our website.
We certainly have the goal of being able to expand internationally and make the Hip Hook more accessible to people all over the world, but don't have any ETA that we could pass along on that.
You are still able to purchase through our website and have it shipped from the US to where you may live within the EU, but we recognize the cost of shipping may be very high.
These two are very hard to compare - let’s make a comparison video 😂
Hi I’d like to see comments
Odd that you guys didn't demo the products 🤔
Also for a 3min video I had to watch it at 2x speed
So slow to talk about something incredibly simple.
Anywho. Thanks for the info
It sounds like you kinda know what you're talking about, but your voice keeps trailing off so we can hardly hear you without turning the volume waaaaaay up. How about watching your own video back before posting then do it again and speak up.
Thanks for sharing this feedback. We'll take it into consideration for the production of our future videos.
It would have been nice if you used a microphone so we can hear you
You guys went all the trouble to make this video and you didn't even demonstrate how to use these devices?
Please check out the rest of our CZcams channel to learn how to use the Hip Hook. ;)
You don’t do any therapy.
Poor audio