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I don't know exactly what causes the tear but I do know how I Injured my Obturator exturnus. I was sprinting and attempting to lengthen my stride when I went a little too far, Partially tearing my obturator exturnus. The pain was immediate and three days latter I was unable to take a step at even a quarter of my regular walking stride without sever pain.

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Q: How does a tear of the obturator externus occur?
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