“Can my foot rotation cause hip problems?”
I have been experiencing mild hip pain on the outside of my right hip. Mostly when I lay on it and it feels a lot like a burning sensation. I noticed my right foot, when sitting on the floor with legs stretched out, falls a lot more to the outside (externally) than my left foot.
I've had a motorcycle accident 5 years ago where I tore my right foot ligaments but didn't fracture anything. Did fall on my right side too, but have had no issues until now. The question I have is there a possibility my foot falling externally like this is causing the hip issue or other problems? I find that if I sleep next to a wall and let my foot stay straight and not fall to the side, my hip feels a little better the next day.
I've had a motorcycle accident 5 years ago where I tore my right foot ligaments but didn't fracture anything. Did fall on my right side too, but have had no issues until now. The question I have is there a possibility my foot falling externally like this is causing the hip issue or other problems? I find that if I sleep next to a wall and let my foot stay straight and not fall to the side, my hip feels a little better the next day.
Female | 36 years old
Complaint duration: A year
8 Answers
PodiatristPodiatrist
Hi, the only way to definitively know is have a full podiatry exam with gait analysis. please seek help with your local podiatrist.
It is possible that the motorcycle injury may affect the rotation the hip. I suggest an evaluation with an orthopedic who specializes in hips.
More likely the hip probably has arthritis which results in your abnormal foot rotation.A hip x-ray Will be needed to clarify.
Rotation of the lower extremity can cause hip pain. I recommend you schedule an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for evaluation and treatment options
Need orthopaedic doctor to exam you.
When seated, ALL PEOPLE'S FEET TURN OUTWARD like yours are in this photo. The only way to truly evaluate your foot and leg position is in a weight bearing stance. This should be done by a professional who understands biomechanics. To answer your question, yes, you can have hip pain from changes in the leg and foot. And, yes, previous trauma and injuries can affect all of this.
It's best to be evaluated by a specialist
Short answer, yes. But also possible the foot rotation and hip pain are caused by a nerve root problem in the lumbar spine. I would see an orthopedic surgeon or interventional pain Dr to help you sort it out
