Snapping Hip

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Can be due several factors when experienced on the lateral aspect (outside of ) the hip, it is usually the movement of the iliotibial band across the greater trochanter of the femur. When the feet are forwards either the movement of the iliopsoas tendon across the iliopectineal bursa or the iliofemoral ligament across the head can be responsible. If it appears to originate intra articularly, loose bodies or a tear to the labrum should be considered. Soft tissue treatment should rectify problem. You can hear an audible click on movement but not necessarily painful.

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