Question 1

my lower right abdomen is bigger than left side, i've pain in the hip area, and doctor says its psoas injury (1/2 y). could it be something else?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If you had a psoas injury it should be getting better.  If you are sure your abdomen has changed in contour and it might be inside, tell your doc your are not convinced and would like further testing to be sure. It would be reasonable to check further for symptoms that have not improved.  Can't hurt to ask!  If he doesn't agree you are free to get a second opinion. too. Peace of mind is priceless,

Question 2

is there anything i can do to relieve psoas pain?

Accepted Answer

Stretching.NSAIDS: slow passive stretching and judicious use of Advil or Aleve (naproxen) if not allergic

Question 3

i have been experiencing moderat to high pains in the psoas major on both sides of mi back for a few years. what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Prolonged sitting: Not for sure with only a little information, but with prolonged sitting, we can cause shortening of our psoas, leading to pulling in our back when we stand. This can be seen in people anywhere from being confined to a wheelchair to new office jobs to students cramming for tests.  Try stretching by extending your legs at your hips. I hope that helps!

Question 4

what's the psoas muscle?

Accepted Answer

Please see below: Proximally, the psoas major muscle attaches to the 12th thoracic and to all of the lumbar vertebral bodies and the corresponding intervertebral discs and the transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae. The iliacus attaches proximally to iliac fossa, the sacrum and the anterior sacroiliac ligaments. Distally, the two tendons merge forming the iliopsoas tendon to attach onto the lesser trochanter.

Question 5

what could cause psoas abscess?

Accepted Answer

Infection elsewhere: Used to be TB was major factor. Now it is more from appendicitis, kidney infection, diverticulitis, spine infection.

Question 6

is it possible for a psoas abscess to return?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If it is inadequately drained or if ineffective antibiotics are used or if antibiotics are stopped too soon a psoas abscess can recur.  These are frequently associated with discitis and vertebral osteomyelitis which if not adequately treated can lead to recurrence of the psoas abscess.

Question 7

what are the criteria for a 17 yr f to be an eligible candidate for partial psoas release on one side arthroscopically?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: There are several criteria.  But basically would boil down to having failed legitimate non operative care and that your case would benefit from the release.  Therapy is the most common nonoperative treatment.  The surgery is typically done for a tight psoas often producing a "snapping hip syndrome".

Question 8

is psoas muscle cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: This muscle lets you kick your leg up at the hip.  Everybody has one on each side. They're impressive on scans and someone may think they are a mass.

Question 9

what is psoas muscle contracture?

Accepted Answer

Loss of hip motion: Inability to get the hip totally straight. The psoas muscle, which helps to flex the hip forward, may become shorted or contracted, either from a neurological condition or if someone has been sitting with the hip flexed (as with someone who spends a bunch of time in a wheelchair).
Therapy to stretch the hip can help but sometimes surgery to release or lengthen the tendon is required.

Question 10

signs and symptoms of psoas abscess?

Accepted Answer

Infection: Classic signs and symptoms of a psoas abscess are the standard infection symptoms (fever, chills, weight loss) associated with localized findings (back/flank pain, limp).  Sometimes the pain will radiate to the lower abdomen.  Good luck!

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My lower right abdomen is bigger than left side, i've pain in the hip area, and doctor says its psoas injury (1/2 y). could it be something else?

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Is there anything i can do to relieve psoas pain?

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I have been experiencing moderat to high pains in the psoas major on both sides of mi back for a few years. what could cause this?

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What's the psoas muscle?

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What could cause psoas abscess?

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Is it possible for a psoas abscess to return?

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What are the criteria for a 17 yr f to be an eligible candidate for partial psoas release on one side arthroscopically?

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Is psoas muscle cancer?

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What is psoas muscle contracture?

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Signs and symptoms of psoas abscess?

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