The sacroiliac joint is the junction between the sacrum and the ilium, and is located at the bottom of the spine. This joint is essential for the stability and function of the pelvic area and is composed of a series of ligaments and muscles that allo...
The iliopsoas muscle is composed of two distinct muscles, the psoas major and the iliacus. It is located in the front of the trunk and extends from the lower back to the femur in the groin. This muscle plays an important role in hip flexion and postu...
Gluteus medius syndrome, or trochanteritis, is an inflammatory condition that occurs in the tendon of the gluteus medius muscle, located on top of the thighbone called the greater trochanter. Inflammation occurs when the tendon becomes worn or injure...
Hip osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that affects the hip joint. It is characterized by the progressive deterioration of the articular cartilage and underlying bone, causing pain, stiffness, and difficulty moving the joint. As the disease pro...
Piriformis syndrome is a condition that occurs when the piriformis muscle, located at the back of the hip, becomes inflamed and compresses the sciatic nerve that runs beneath it. This compression can cause pain in the buttocks, leg, or thigh, as well...
Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a condition in which there is abnormal friction between the hip bones, specifically between the femoral head and the acetabulum. This can cause damage to the hip joint and lead to pain, weakness, and limited move...