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This short video shows External hip rotation in the context of “Muscular pains in the hip and knee.” Sitting/standing for a long time or sleeping in an uncomfortable position "turns off" some muscles, and others become overworked and tight. This links the muscle’s location and role in movement with the areas where tension or pain may be felt.
Sitting/standing for a long time or sleeping in an uncomfortable position "turns off" some muscles, and others become overworked and tight. The clip places this within “Muscular pains in the hip and knee” so it is easier to understand what is happening in the area, not only where symptoms are felt.
Muscle pain is not always local. When a muscle is overloaded or lacks control during movement, tension or pain can also be felt in a nearby area.
This is an educational visual linked to “Muscular pains in the hip and knee.” If symptoms keep returning, restrict movement, or their source is unclear, a functional assessment is a more useful next step than guessing.