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Hip Pain Diagnosis Video
Causes of hip pain are typically diagnosed with the help of imaging tests. Learn the differences between X-rays, MRIs, and arthrograms.
Leg Injuries
Leg injuries include injuries to the bones and muscles of the thigh, hip, and shin. Some leg injuries may only affect part of the leg, while others may cause more widespread problems and extend into the foot or include the knee. Below are articles containing information about common sports-related leg injuries, including symptoms, diagnosis information, and treatment options.
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How Do Hamstring Tears Occur?
An acute injury to a hamstring muscle can occur anywhere, but most commonly it occurs in the middle of the muscle where the tendon and muscle tissues intersect.
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Iliotibial Band Syndrome
People who participate in intense physical training, such as runners, cyclists, and military recruits, are most susceptible to IT band syndrome. They may notice a sharp pain that comes and goes at the outside of the knee. Over time, the pain may become more pronounced.
IT band syndrome is a common injury typically caused by easily-corrected mistakes made during training.
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IT Band Syndrome Diagnosis
A doctor can usually diagnose IT band syndrome after a patient interview and physical examination.
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IT Band Syndrome Symptoms
IT band problems typically cause sharp knee pain that is concentrated in one location at the outside of the knee. The pain may be mild at first and become more noticeable over time.
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IT Band Syndrome Treatment
Non-surgical treatments are usually successful in treating IT band syndrome.
Labral tears are a common injury for athletes. Learn the symptoms of and treatments available for athletic labral tear injuries.
If chronic high-hamstring tendinopathy pain persists after non-invasive treatment, there are several minimally invasive treatment options available.
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Preventing Hamstring Tears
Given the relatively high prevalence of hamstring re-injury, it is important to consider preventative measures prior to and following hamstring strains.
