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Running Injury Recovery Time for a Hip Flexor

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Andrew Sheldon

Your hip flexor is a group of muscles used to lift your leg. They are used every time you walk or run. Therefore, running often or running quickly can leave you susceptible to a hip flexor injury. Treat any hip flexor injury properly, and do not return to running until it heals. This usually takes several weeks.