A 36-year-old female asked:
I injured by hip/groin area (left side) by getting out of bed suddenly from sleeping state and obviously the wrong way. now i can't walk. suggestions?
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Dr. Christopher Fergusonanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 21 years experience
See a doctor: It would be unusual to seriously injure a hip simply getting out of bed but not impossible. Hip pain that prevents the ability to walk should be evaluated by a physician.
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