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In Vivo Quantification of Hip Arthrokinematics during Dynamic Weight-bearing Activities using Dual Fluoroscopy
Published on: July 2, 2021
Clinical examination of the athletic hip
Brett A Braly1, Douglas P Beall, Hal D Martin
1University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, PO Box 26901, BSEB 100, Box 396, Oklahoma City, OK 73190, USA. bbraly@ouhsc.edu
Abstract:
This article provides a succinct and complete method for the clinical evaluation of the hip. Included are descriptions of examination tests as well as their relationships to possible pathology of the hip. The examination is divided into five stages: seated, standing, supine, lateral, and prone; with a total of 11 assessment points. The method for evaluation outlined will assist physicians in determining the location and etiology of presenting hip pathologies. As with any examination, practice and repetition are essential to gain an appreciation of what constitutes a normal as well as an abnormal examination.
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