What could be causing pain in my inner thigh bone?

Reviewed by Yoshinori Abe, MD

Internal Medicine

Inner thigh bone pain can have several possible causes, including pelvic instability, referred pain from the lower back radiating down the leg, or, less commonly, a soft tissue tumor in the pelvis. Because these conditions vary widely in severity and treatment, identifying the root cause early is essential.

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Reviewed for medical accuracy: 07/15/2026

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Pain in the inner thigh bone can have several causes, as suggested by the medical literature.

Chronic Anterior Pelvic Instability: This condition can cause pain in the pelvic area and may affect the inner thigh. It occurs when the pelvic bones do not stay in the correct position, leading to discomfort and instability.
Low Back Pain Radiating to the Leg: Sometimes, pain from the lower back can spread or 'radiate' to the thigh area. This might happen if nerves in the back are affected, causing pain to travel down the leg.
Soft Tissue Tumors of the Pelvis: In rare cases, tumors in the pelvic area can lead to referred pain, which means the pain is felt in a different area than where the problem is. A tumor could press on nerves or other tissues, causing pain in the inner thigh.

If you are experiencing persistent pain, you can use our free symptom checker to help identify potential causes before consulting a healthcare provider to determine the exact diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

(References)

Stover MD, Edelstein AI, & Matta JM. (2017). Chronic Anterior Pelvic Instability: Diagnosis and .... The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 28574938.
Gialanella B, Prometti P, & Ferlucci C. (2013). Low back pain radiating to the leg: an atypical cause. La Clinica terapeutica, 24217828.
Ball AB, Serpell JW, Fisher C, & Thomas JM. (1991). Primary soft tissue tumours of the pelvis causing referred .... Journal of surgical oncology, 2023416.

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