11/13/2018
🔊 WHAT IS GLUTEUS MINIMUS PAIN & HOW IS IT TREATED?
As a result of daily chores and work related activities, the hip joint may be subjected to undue pressure resulting in gluteus minimus pain. Of the 3 gluteus muscles; the gluteus minimus is the smallest. It is situated under the gluteus medius.
The gluteus minimus provides expansion to the capsule of the hip joint and has a stabilizing influence on the hip; as such it is a small yet important muscle that cannot be downplayed. This important muscle aids in mobility functions such as running, walking and jumping; a fact that leaves no doubt about its importance.
Gluteus minimus pain can be a disturbing condition and cause difficulty in performing several activities. We rely on gluteus minimus for all types of lower body mobility functions however gluteus minimus pain can cause distress and agony as well as place limitations of lower body mobility functions. Knowing about the causes of gluteus minimus pain, its symptoms and having information about the treatment and exercises for gluteus minimus pain helps.
The causes of gluteus minimus pain can be many, while there are several risk factors too. Some of the commonest causes of gluteus minimus pain include injury or damage to the gluteus minimus muscle, which results in discomfort. Some of the factors that are contributing factors for gluteus minimus injury, resulting in pain include the following.
➡️ Remaining seated for prolonged periods with legs crossed
➡️ Carrying heavy objects while walking from one place to another
➡️ Placing your weight on one side of the body whilst standing
➡️ Carrying heavy objects or kids on one side of the hip
Some of the commonest symptoms of gluteus minimus pain include:
➡️ Aches and pains in the hip area
➡️ Pain is elevated while walking
➡️ Pain radiates from the hip to the calf down to the ankle
➡️ Numbness may be felt in the hips, buttocks and thighs
💡 Exercises for Gluteus Minimus Pain
Exercises can help alleviate and manage any kind of muscular pain including gluteus minimus pain.
1. This stretch is done while standing. Using a wall for balance, cross the leg furthest from the wall in front of the other. Place one hand on the wall and the other on the hip. Then lean away from the wall, pushing your hip towards it. Hold for 10-15 seconds, then repeat on the other side.
2. Hip stretches or outer hip stretches are one of the most effective exercises for gluteus minimus pain. This workout is easy to perform at home; simply lay down straight on your back. Follow it up by positioning one leg straight out and the other bent at the knee. Next; place your foot of the bent leg under the right knee and move on to stretching your hip even as you get the insides of the bent leg to touch the surface below you. Pull your knee down and hold it in this position for 10 to 30 seconds; Repeat the same process with the other leg.
