What causes a hip strain?

Generally, possible causes of a hip strain may include inadequate warm-up before exercise, improper exercise posture, excessive exercise intensity, etc. Specific reasons are as follows:

1. Inadequate warm-up before exercise

If sufficient warm-up is not performed prior to physical activity, the physiological functions of muscles or ligaments may not adapt to the demands of exercise, which could lead to strains or injuries of soft tissues such as the muscles or ligaments in the hip area during exercise.

2. Improper exercise posture

During exercise, incorrect posture or overly forceful movements may excessively stretch the muscles or ligaments in the hip, leading to soft tissue injury.

3. Excessive exercise volume or intensity

Excessive exercise can overload local tissues, potentially reducing their functional capacity, weakening muscle strength, and impairing coordination, thereby increasing the risk of strains.

In addition to the above factors, poor quality of exercise场地 (场地 likely means "venue" or "surface") or equipment, advanced age, and other factors may also contribute. After a hip strain, patients commonly experience symptoms such as localized pain, swelling, and restricted movement. It is important to immediately stop exercising and keep the affected area at rest. Applying cold compresses can help alleviate pain. Additionally, medications such as naproxen tablets, ibuprofen sustained-release capsules, or diclofenac sodium sustained-release tablets may be taken under a doctor's guidance for treatment.