Effective Physiotherapy Protocols for Diagnosing & Managing Anterior Hip Pain - Case Study

Gain foundational knowledge of the anatomy and biomechanics of the hip joint.

Understand the different types of hip pain and their locations, with a focus on anterior hip pain.

Anatomy of the hip joint: bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

Key biomechanics involved in hip function.

Overview of anterior hip pain: characteristics and patient presentation.

Identify and differentiate between the common causes of anterior hip pain.

Explore the risk factors associated with specific pathologies.

Labral tears and hip impingement (FAI).

Hip flexor strains and tendinitis.

Osteoarthritis and its early manifestations.

Less common causes: hernias, referred pain from lumbar spine.

Apply diagnostic principles through a real-life patient case.

Develop clinical reasoning for selecting appropriate interventions.

Detailed case history and clinical presentation.

Differential diagnosis approach.

Evaluation of imaging and test results.

Discussion of treatment planning and decision-making.Physical therapy protocols: stretching, strengthening, and neuromuscular re-education.

Pharmacological options and when they are indicated.

Interventional procedures (e.g., injections) and surgical options.

Patient education and self-management strategies.

Learn evidence-based management approaches for anterior hip pain.

Explore both conservative and interventional strategies.

Physical therapy protocols: stretching, strengthening, and neuromuscular re-education.

Pharmacological options and when they are indicated.

Interventional procedures (e.g., injections) and surgical options.

Patient education and self-management strategies.

Physiotherapist

Sport & Exercise Physiologist

Occupational Therapist

MSK therapist