How long does it take a torn hip muscle to heal?

Recovery time for minor tears to hip flexors takes around two or three weeks. More significant tears can take up to six weeks. Severe hip injuries and tears can take closer to eight weeks to heal. These times are based on working closely with your physical therapist and following their instructions.

How do you treat a torn hip muscle?

Conservative treatments for hip flexor tears or strains include:

  1. Resting.
  2. Wearing compression wraps.
  3. Using an ice pack.
  4. Using a heat pack.
  5. Over-the-counter pain medications.
  6. Hot shower or bath.
  7. Gentle exercises to reduce hip flexor muscle tension.

Can a torn hip tendon heal itself?

A hip labral tear won’t heal on its own, but rest and other measures can help manage symptoms of a minor tear. Nonsurgical treatments include: Anti-inflammatory medications: Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen (Motrin®, Advil®) can reduce inflammation.

Can you walk with a torn hip flexor?

Grade I tear: a minor tear, in which only a few fibers are damaged. Grade II tear: a significant number of muscle fibers are damaged and you have a moderate loss of hip flexor function. Grade III tear: the muscle is completely ruptured or torn, and you usually can’t walk without a limp.

What does a torn hip muscle feel like?

Symptoms of a hip flexor tear or strain Pain when lifting the leg to the chest or stretching the hip muscles. Swelling, bruising or tenderness in the hip or thigh area. Muscles spasms in the thigh or hip that occur when walking or running.

What does a torn hip tendon feel like?

Symptoms of a torn hip tendon The joint may feel stiff and your range of motion can be limited. Some people notice a clicking or “catching” sensation in the joint or a feeling of instability or “giving way” when walking or moving the hip.

What does a tear in your hip feel like?

Many hip labral tears cause no signs or symptoms. Some people, however, have one or more of the following: Pain in the hip or groin, often made worse by long periods of standing, sitting or walking or athletic activity. A locking, clicking or catching sensation in the hip joint.

How do I know if I have torn my hip flexor?

How do you know if you tore a muscle in your hip?