What Causes Iliopsoas Pain?
The iliopsoas muscles are the anterior hip muscles (muscles on the front of the hip.
They are complex muscles made up of the psoas major, the psoas minor, and theiliacus.
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Within the hip joint are severalbursae, small, fluid-filled sacs that lie between bones and soft tissues.
Two of these bursaethe greatertrochantericbursa and the iliopsoas bursacan become inflamed, setting the stage for iliopsoas syndrome.
Iliopsoas Syndrome Treatment
Most mild cases of hip bursitis and hip tendonitis can be managed using theRICEmethod.
Sometimes,steroid injectionsare used to relieve symptoms.
If symptoms persist or return, additional steroid injections can be administered as necessary.
In severe cases where pain persists despite taking these measures, your healthcare provider may recommendsurgical interventions.
However, these instances are rare due to the risks of muscle weakness and nerve damage.
The best way to treat iliopsoas syndrome is to rest and decrease your activities to a comfortable level.
Staying active despite pain may prolong the time required for healing.
Injuries to this area of the hip are brought on by overuse and often affect athletes and dancers.
Mild cases of iliopsoas pain can usually be treated at home with conservative measures.
In other cases, steroid injections and physical therapy may be needed.
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