Groin injuries are a common concern among athletes, particularly those involved in sports that require intense physical exertion and rapid directional changes such as soccer or ice hockey.1
Is an unexplained pain or locking sensation in the hip restricting your activities? Labral tears are common but often overlooked sources of hip dysfunction.
"Surgery" is one of the most dreaded words for an athlete to hear. Not long ago, hip surgery would set an athlete back for many months, to a year, or longer.
A lot has changed since the inception of hip arthroscopy in the 1970s. Initially, hip arthroscopy was used by surgeons to acquire better visualization and was solely used for diagnostic purposes.
Chronic hip pain can take a major toll on your physical and mental well-being. Hip pain doesn’t discriminate.
Athletic groin injuries are prevalent in sports that involve sudden starts and stops, twists and turns, and explosive movements.
A decade ago, common hip conditions that failed to respond to non-surgical treatments usually resulted in a hip replacement. Fast forward to 2023, and many orthopedic surgeons offer hip preservation surgery as an alternative.
Whether you are a high-level athlete or an active person, hip injuries are relatively common. The hip joint is one of the most complex joints in the body. It can handle a lot of wear and tear, but for various reasons can still succumb to injuries.
Athletes who use their bodies with a lot of explosive movements and twisting are susceptible to groin injuries, which can be hard to diagnose. Football, soccer and hockey players are especially vulnerable to groin injuries, and sports hernias.
Summer brings on the heat for many athletes, contributing to dehydration for many players. Proper hydration is critical to an athlete’s performance. Dehydration can reduce reaction time, speed, and strength.
