The hips and lower back are deeply interconnected through muscles, joints, and movement patterns. When your hip flexors, glutes, or surrounding muscles are tight, they limit proper mobility in the pelvis. As a result, your lower back tries to pick up the slack by moving more than it should, which leads to strain, compression, and eventually pain. Unlocking your hips restores natural movement, reduces tension in the lumbar spine, and helps your entire body move more freely—with less compensation