Background Previous research has shown that muscle imbalances may be an important risk factor for lower limb injuries in runners. No studies have evaluated hip musculature imbalance in sprinters.

External rotation of the hip is when the thigh and knee rotate outward, away from the body. There are various stretches and exercises that can help strengthen these muscles and build flexibility. The ...

Background Attention has turned into the role of proximal risk factors in the development of lower extremity (LE) injury. Objective To prospectively identify hip strength associated risk factors ...