Non-Arthritic Hip Pain
Presented by Cheryl Sparks
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When treating the individual with hip pain, the physical therapist must consider the etiology of symptoms, anatomy and biomechanics of the coxafemoral joint and other factors or impairments which may be contributing the presentation. This course will provide the essential knowledge for appropriate management of adults with complaints of hip pain that is not attributable to arthritis.
Meet your instructor
Cheryl Sparks
Dr. Cheryl Sparks is the Director of the Rehabilitation Center of Expertise for the OSF HealthCare System. She is a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists and is board certified by the ABPTS as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist. She maintains professional membership in the American Academy…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Hip Complex
Chapter 1 will provide an overview of skeletal anatomy and biomechanical principles related to functional movement at the hip complex in adults.
2. Clinical Features and Pathogenesis
Chapter 2 will provide the participant with knowledge of common non-arthritic hip disorders and the associated pathogenesis and clinical presentation.
3. Screening for Referral
This chapter will teach the participant to interpret salient findings from the history and physical exam to aide in generating an appropriate referral.
4. Physical Examination and Interpretation
Chapter 4 will instruct the physical therapist in conducting a systematic examination for the patient with non-arthritic hip pain.
5. Intervention
Chapter 5 will review the current state of the evidence related to common non-arthritic hip disorders and educate the participant on appropriate management strategies guided by information obtained from the history and physical examination.