Hip Flexor Strain
Sports
What Is Hip Flexor Strain?
Hip flexor strain occurs when the muscles in tendons attaching between your thigh and your hip become inflamed or tear due to sudden or strenuous motion.
The extent of the tear can range in severity, with more severe cases taking 6 weeks or longer to heal.
Conditions
What Are The Symptoms?
A hip flexor strain is often described as a sharp or cramping pain on the front of the hip, and in some cases, will cause a person to walk with a limp or make it difficult to arise from a seated position.
What Are The Risks If Left Untreated?
Because of the location of this type of injury, hip flexor strain can become incredibly debilitating if left untreated.
Without professional intervention, a hip flexor strain could quickly worsen, making the recovery time that much longer. Additionally, continuous hip flexor strain can lead to hip osteoarthritis and loss of mobility.
How Is It Treated?
The best course of action to recover from a hip flexor strain is to begin treatment immediately.
Although some over-the-counter medications can be prescribed, treatments that include gentle manipulation and realignment can help to significantly reduce inflammation and pain naturally.
At Life Balance chiropractic, we help to realign the pelvis and lumbar spine where the hip muscles attach and then give you specific home care to prevent the muscles and tendons from becoming stiff and reduce the possibility of reinjury or longstanding chronic pain, leading to a faster and safer recovery.
