Hip Flexor Sprain Specialists in San Antonio
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What is a hip flexor sprain?
Hip flexor strains are often caused by overuse through activities that involve heavy use of the hip flexor such as in soccer, football (kickers), dance, or cycling, to name a few. Strains can also be caused through extended periods of sitting which can cause the muscles to contract for too long. Having weak hip flexors or muscular imbalances in your hips can also put you at a higher risk for strains. To avoid injury, it is best to strengthen and lengthen your hip flexors.
Ways to strengthen and lengthen your hip flexors:
Practice good posture to strengthen your core
Dynamic stretching (stretching in motion) to lengthen your hip flexors
If sitting all day, remember to get up and walk around once in a while
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF A hip flexor sprain?
The most common symptoms include:
Sharp pain in the hip or pelvic muscles when lifting your knee to your chest or attempting to stretch
Muscle spasms or cramping in your upper leg muscles
Difficulty performing running, skipping, or jumping activities