Hip Strains

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Hip Strains Symptoms & Pathologies

Commonly strained muscles of the lower extremity include the hamstrings, adductor longus, iliopsoas, and rectus femoris. All of which contribute to the mechanics of the hip. Muscle strains have three categories:

1st degree strain – mild and will often resolve itself without treatment and without residual disability.

2nd degree strain – moderate and most often seen for physical therapy. Caution must be used or may progress to a 3rd degree strain

3rd degree strain – severe and involves total disruption of the muscle.

Causes

Overstretching the muscle
Overloading the muscle

Possible Treatments

RICE - Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
Anti-inflammatories, if indicated by a physician
Surgery, if indicated by a physician
Physical Therapy

Stretching
Strengthening
Soft tissue mobilization
Modalities (e.g. ultrasound or electrical stimulation)
Activity modification

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Author:
Nicole Biberger, PT, MPT, MTC

References:

Critical Pathways in Therapeutic Intervention: Extremities and Spine. David C. Saidoff, Andrew L. McDonough, 2002.

Joint Structure and Function: A Comprehensive Analysis, 3rd Edition. Pamela k. Levangie, Cynthia Norkin, 2001.

Mosby's Medical Nursing and Allied Health Dictionary, 5th Edition. Kenneth N. Anderson, Lois E. Anderson, Walter D. Glanze, 1998.

Physical Rehabilitation: Assessment and Treatment, 4th Edition. Susan B O'Sullivan, Thomas J. Schmitz, 2000.

Cluett, Jonathan. “Labral Tear of the Hip Joint.” Orthopedics.About.Com. 5 Dec. 2009 <http://orthopedics.about.com/od/hipinjuries/qt/labrum.htm>

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