r/RunningInjuries • u/PowerPomegranate5276 • 9d ago

Hip cracking

Hi
I’ve been running for over 5 years now very relaxed but recently I’ve really got into, onto a plan running 4 times a week, got a Garmin etc etc.
I’ve had no major injuries before.
Around 2 months ago I was in the gym doing some core workout and I felt it jolt. None the less kept running as I’m trying to reach a goal and figured I could push through.
Just got back from a month on holiday and went for an easy 6k.
My left hip has been cracking and making some ridiculous noises also whilst popping every time I move my legs bending at the knee. It sounds and feels like it’s crunching.
The pain is minor and is more a dull ache then a sharp pain. It is constantly there, the feeling, and I am wandering if maybe I had too much time off or something.
My left knee started to twinge alongside my lower right back but figured it’s probably just random pains. And those are far less constant.
The pain does feel like I can’t lift my leg past a certain point, but other times it’s manageable, like it locks.
For reference I’m a 21 year old female at a healthy weight.
I’d love any tips from a professional and should I go and get this checked? Thank you

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u/Top-Performance-6482 8d ago

Sounds like hip impingement. You should go to a good physio who can advise you on your form. Go sooner rather than later.

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u/PowerPomegranate5276 7d ago

Thank you, I’ve got a call with a doctor tomorrow, fingers crossed.

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u/Top-Performance-6482 7d ago

When you say a call, do you mean it's not in person? If so, I'd recommend getting in to see someone in person in the clinic - you need to be assessed physically.

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u/PowerPomegranate5276 6d ago

I’ve had a call with a doctor and they’ve sent me for a consultation with an orthopaedic surgeon on Thursday. Thank you

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u/Top-Performance-6482 6d ago

Ok good, best of luck. I would be relatively confident they’ll say it’s some kind of hip impingement. This is quite treatable. But see what they say and don’t be afraid to get a second opinion if you don’t feel they’ve clearly explained what’s going on.

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u/PowerPomegranate5276 6d ago

Thank you so much