Weak hips are often caused by hip instability stemming from ligament damage or weakness.
Here's a breakdown:
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Hip Instability: This is a primary driver of hip muscle weakness. If the hip joint is unstable, the surrounding muscles have to work harder to compensate.
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Ligament Issues:
- When the ligaments supporting the hip are weak or damaged, the bones in the hip joint aren't held securely in place.
- This allows the bones to move excessively, stretching and pulling the surrounding muscles and tendons in unnatural ways.
- The constant strain leads to muscle spasms, pain, and ultimately, muscle weakness and joint weakness.
In essence, damaged or weak ligaments compromise the stability of the hip joint, leading to compensatory muscle activity that results in weakness over time.
