In plain language
A hip strain damages a supporting muscle or tendon through excessive stretch or force.
Clinical Significance & Management
Groin or hip pain may also originate from bone or joint disease.
Symptoms & Clinical Presentation
Pain, tenderness, weakness or bruising, aggravated by contraction or stretch.
Etiology & Injury Mechanisms
- Sprinting, kicking, sudden direction changes or overstretching.
Diagnostics & Imaging Guide
Assess tenderness, strength and motion; X-rays if avulsion fracture is suspected.
Treatment Options
Brief protection and activity adjustment followed by progressive mobility and strength.
Rehabilitation Milestones & Timeline
Rehabilitation depends on the diagnosis, procedure and associated injuries. Progression requires assessment of healing, symptoms and function; elapsed time or a single test cannot determine readiness for sport.
Rehabilitation progression
Restore comfortable walking and light contractions before resistance, running and directional changes.
Evidence-Based Clarifications
Persistent weight-bearing pain warrants reassessment, including for stress fracture.
Sources & References
Educational clinical definitions synthesized from AAOS, Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, and HSS. Individual diagnosis and surgery require professional medical evaluation.
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