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What Causes Pain In The Hips Upon Crossing The Ankles?
It has been 5 months since I ve had my hip replaced for the 3 time I know not to cross my legs but would it hurt to cross my ankles. I have always been an ankle crosser and I even do it in my sleep. I for got to ask my doctor when I went to my check up yesterday? Thanks
It may be due to some pulled muscles or nerve and tendon involvement. You can take a analgesics like Ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain relief.
If the symptoms persist, better to consult an orthopedics and get evaluated. You may require an MRI scan for evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Shinas Hussain
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What Causes Pain In The Hips Upon Crossing The Ankles?
Hello, It may be due to some pulled muscles or nerve and tendon involvement. You can take a analgesics like Ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain relief. If the symptoms persist, better to consult an orthopedics and get evaluated. You may require an MRI scan for evaluation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain