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Internal snapping hip — MRCGP AKT MCQ

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ModerateHip and GroinInternal snapping hipMRCGP AKT

A 25-year-old hurdler feels a reproducible anterior hip snap when moving from flexion into extension. It becomes painful after a rapid increase in drills. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: A — Internal snapping hip syndrome

Internal snapping hip is commonly related to iliopsoas motion over anterior hip structures. It is often initially painless and becomes symptomatic with load. Deep catching or locking would raise suspicion of intra-articular pathology.

Reference: Brukner & Khan