Hip Osteoarthritis

Symptoms associated with hip pain as a result of hip osteoarthritis may include (but are not limited to):

• Pain located in either the hip or groin
• Hip pain that can be described as dull, achey or sharp
• Hip pain that is often worse first thing in the morning and after prolonged periods of sitting
• Loss of range of movement

SHORT TERM

DIAGNOSIS

Diagnosis is a vital part of managing any injury. Not only is it important to determine which structures are responsible for our symptoms, but why they have become symptomatic. Addressing the ‘why’ will ensure adequate recovery and prevention of future injury. 

EDUCATION

It is important that you have an understanding of your diagnosis, and what strategies are important for acute management, and reduction of future injury risk.

MOTOR CONTROL & RETRAINING

Exercises may be given to help and improve the strength or activation of your hip muscles.

MANUAL THERAPIES

Manual therapies such as soft tissue techniques and dry needling may be used to help improve the health of the tissues around your hip.

ACTIVITY MODIFICATION

You may be advised to reduce activities that aggravate your hip pain to allow tissues an opportunity to rest and recover.

LONG TERM

STRENGTHENING

It may be advised that strengthening progress to a gym environment. This will ensure that tissues can be loaded appropriately, helping you to achieve best outcomes.

REFERRAL

Sometimes referral to other health practitioners such as GP, sports physician or an orthopaedic surgeon may be advised.