Healthy hip flexor muscles are essential for runners—not only do you need them strong, but mobile too. Just think about your stride: When you push off the ground, your hip flexor muscles drive you ...

A simple 10-meter walking test before surgery may help clinicians and patients identify the optimal timing for hip replacement and set realistic expectations for recovery. Study: Preoperative Gait ...

The hip flexors are muscles that lift your thighs and help move your legs forward when you walk. Hip flexor injuries range in severity and are often caused by sudden movements, overuse, stiff muscles, ...

Stiff, achy hips got you down? We’ve been there. Whether you’ve just come back from a running break, are tackling new ...

Weak hip flexors can cause the surrounding muscles to overcompensate, which can cause pain and difficulty walking. Treatment may include physical therapy and exercises. The hip flexors are muscles ...