Hip OA

Question 1

Where does hip osteoarthritis normally present its pain?

Answer 1

• Groin +/- buttock
• May radiate to lateral knee

Question 2

What are aggravating factors of hip osteoarthritis?

Answer 2

• Weight bearing (e.g.: walking, standing)
• Prolonged hip flexion (e.g.: sitting)

Question 3

What can mild osteoarthritis of the hip respond well to (medication wise)?

Answer 3

Anti-inflammatory medication

Question 4

True or false…
Hip OA can present with pain in the groin, lateral hip + other areas.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

What characteristics of hip OA could you see on a hip X-ray?

Answer 5

• Joint space narrowing
• Sclerosis
• Osteophytes

Question 6

What subjective findings could be present in a patient with hip OA?

Answer 6

• Pain after walking or weightbearing
• Stiffness first thing in the morning
• Difficulty sleeping due to pain
• Lateral knee pain