Uneven hips/new leg length discrepency

[makbike]

I have had this problem as well and sought the help of a chiropractor. They were able to get my hips/legs back in proper alignment.

[Xrayted]

I would go see an orthopedic doc. I thinking they would do a leg length series xray, standing barefoot. It will show if your legs are actually different lengths or if your pelvis is tilted to one side as a result of a spine or muscular issue. If it is a spine problem, they will probably do a scoliosis series to measure and track your entire spine and all of its angles. Then you go from there. A chiro is a good option and I've used them myself, but without having xrays to determine what is truly causing this, you could really get hurt. You seem to have had a major shift somewhere and that should never be taken lightly. Good luck.

[Wahine]

I would agree with what everyone has said so far.

It sounds like a problem with balance in your pelvis. A manual theapy trained PT or a chiro could help. There are lots of great exercises you could do. I'll try to post more when I have time tomorrow.

[Mr. SR500]

I would go see an orthopedic doc. I thinking they would do a leg length series xray, standing barefoot. It will show if your legs are actually different lengths or if your pelvis is tilted to one side as a result of a spine or muscular issue. If it is a spine problem, they will probably do a scoliosis series to measure and track your entire spine and all of its angles. Then you go from there. A chiro is a good option and I've used them myself, but without having xrays to determine what is truly causing this, you could really get hurt. You seem to have had a major shift somewhere and that should never be taken lightly. Good luck.

+1 perfect.

[Crankin]

I have the same thing on my left side. It's from untreated scoliosis (wasn't discovered until I was 16 and fully grown). It never bothered me until I started cycling. I have a shim under the cleat in my left shoe, which helps some of the difference. And yes, I have a lot of groin issues, which my PT has shown me lots of stretches for.
It's very annoying, but the stretching does help.

Robyn

[tulip]

One of my legs is longer than the other, and I have had hip problems. A chiropractor really helped me out, and suggested pilates to stretch and strengthen my core (to better hold my spine and hips). Both have helped tremendously.