Jennifer Patterson, Athletic Therapist, London, ON

Jennifer Patterson'S Passion For Treating Sports Injuries Began At The University Of Western Where She Obtained Her Degree In Kinesiology In 2006 While Balancing Her Time Between Her Studies And Running For The Varsity Track And Field Team. This Led Her To Pursue Her Certificate In Athletic Therapy From Mount Royal College In Alberta, Which She Completed In 2007. To Complement Her Athletic Therapy Designation, Jennifer Also Became A Registered Massage Therapist In 2011. Since Then, She Has Focussed Her Professional Career On A Variety Of Fields Including Treating Individuals With Catastrophic Spinal Cord Injuries, Working In A Variety Of Multidisciplinary Clinics, And Further Taking Her Passion For Clinical Care To The Classroom Where She Is A Professor Of Massage Therapy At Fanshawe College In London Since 2015. Jennifer Has Spent Her Whole Life Involved In Competitive Sports Starting With Gymnastics From Age 4, Which Was Replaced In Her Teenage Years With Volleyball, Track And Field, And Recreational Badmi

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Hip flexor strains can vary in severity, ranging from mild stretches or micro-tears to partial or complete muscle tears. Symptoms of a hip flexor strain may include pain and tenderness in the front of the hip or upper thigh, pain or difficulty with hip movement or walking, swelling or bruising, and muscle weakness.

Treatment for a hip flexor strain typically involves the RICE method: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. Resting the injured hip and avoiding activities that exacerbate the pain is important for healing. Applying ice packs to the area can help reduce pain and inflammation. Compression with an elastic bandage and elevating the leg when possible can also aid in reducing swelling.

In some cases, physical therapy exercises and stretching may be recommended to improve flexibility, strength, and promote healing. Severe strains may require medical intervention, such as medications or even surgery.

If you suspect you have a hip flexor strain, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional, such as a doctor or physical therapist, for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.

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