The hip joint allows the leg to rotate inward or outward. Hip external rotation is when the leg rotates outward, away from the rest of your body. Of course, you don’t have to be a baseball ...

External rotation of the hip is when the thigh and knee rotate outward, away from the body. There are various stretches and exercises that can help strengthen these muscles and build flexibility.

A recent physical examination revealed a 3-cm. shortening of the right leg. The internal rotation was practically nil and the external rotation 20°. Adduction was limited to 15°, and abduction ...