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Pain in my hip or hip flexor?

I've had lower back pain for some time now, I was seeing a chiropractor for a while and my primary care doctor told me to discontinue going. I had gone to my primary care for a check up after passing a kidney stone and while feeling my lower back I burst into tears in pain. He said it was my sciatic (nerve) and proscribed me some anti-inflammatory medication and to not do any high impact exercising for a while. This helped quite a bit.

Since then, the pain has been coming back slowly. It also made me aware that for some time now I had an annoying pop feeling in my front hip (the joint). It caused no pain, felt like a tendon was sliding over and past a bone. That has since disappeared and has been replaced by aching pain in the same spot and on occasion it feels out of place, with more of a sharp pain, and will eventually make an audible popping sound as it goes back into place.

What is this? How should I strengthen it? I am going back to my doctor after the holiday

Update:

I am not interested in any supplements. I want to know what people think it is and how to strengthen it with exercise.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Interesting question! So you were having back pain and went to a Chiropractor, only to then find out you had kidney stone. You need to find out what is now causing the Sciatic Pain so need MRI. It could be a disc problem, it could be just a muscle pressing on the nerve, but best find out.

    The hip popping could be many things and from your excellent description sounds like inflammation. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and for years kept telling people, 'Its like having a hook on my back, that something keeps catching on? Like a hook on a door, that the coat hangs off, only its on my back'. I would NOT try any strengthening exercises until you have seen the Doc for fear you may aggravate your symptoms. As you had problems before with inflammation, I would wait and see a Doc. Good Luck.

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    4 years ago

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  • 1 decade ago

    Treatment depends entirely on the cause of the problem. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you understand the cause of your symptoms before embarking on a treatment program. If you are unsure of your diagnosis, or the severity of your condition, you should seek medical advice before beginning any treatment plan.

    Some common treatments for hip pain are listed here. Not all of these treatments are appropriate for every condition, but they may be helpful in your situation.

    Rest: The first treatment for most conditions that cause hip pain is to rest the joint, and allow the acute inflammation to subside. Often this is the only step needed to relieve hip pain. If the symptoms are severe, crutches or a cane may be helpful as well.

    Ice and Heat Application: Ice packs and heat pads are among the most commonly used treatments for inflammation. So which one is the right one to use, ice or heat? And how long should the ice or heat treatments last? Read on for more information about ice and heat treatment.

    Stretching: Stretching the muscles and tendons that surround the joint can help with some causes of hip pain. A good routine should be established, and following some specific suggestions will help you on your way.

    Physical Therapy: Physical therapy is an important aspect of treatment of almost all orthopedic conditions. Physical therapists use different modalities to increase strength, regain mobility, and help return patients to their pre-injury level of activity.

    Anti-Inflammatory Medication: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications, commonly referred to as NSAIDs, are some of the most frequently prescribed medications, especially for patients with hip pain caused by problems such as arthritis, bursitis, and tendonitis.

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  • 5 years ago

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    5 years ago

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  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    Yeah, that's the same for me! I do any variation of butterfly stretches (when you put your feet together in a diamond shape), which really help with that problem. It also helps with your layback, too. Good luck (:

  • 5 years ago

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