Paul Y F Lee
Lincolnshire Elective Orthopaedics Institute, Grantham and District Hospital,
Manthorpe Road, Grantham, NG31 8DG
United Kingdom
Short Communication
Modern Non-Pharmacological and Non-Surgical Treatments for Hip Pain
Author(s): Paul Y F Lee, Sam Rozewicz, Mallikarjun Honnenahalli chandrappa, Ahmed Othman, Christian Jury and Bethan WhitingPaul Y F Lee, Sam Rozewicz, Mallikarjun Honnenahalli chandrappa, Ahmed Othman, Christian Jury and Bethan Whiting
Osteoarthritis of the hip describes a clinical syndrome of joint pain accompanied by varying degrees of functional limitation and reduced quality of life. Osteoarthritis may not be progressive and most patients will not need surgery, with their symptoms adequately controlled by non-surgical measures. The treatment of hip osteoarthritis is aimed at reducing pain and stiffness and improving joint mobility. Total hip replacement remains the most effective treatment option but it is a major surgery with potential serious complications. NICE guideline has suggested a holistic approach to management of hip osteoarthritis which includes both nonpharmacological and pharmacological treatments. The non-pharmacological treatments range from education ,physical therapy and behavioral changes ,walking aids .The ESCAPE (Enabling Self-Management and Coping of Arthritic Pain Through Exercise) rehabil.. View More»
