Posterior hip instability relocation testing: a resident's case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Micro-instability (non-radiographic clinical instability) continues to gain recognition as a problem at the hip. Although most research has been directed to anterior hip instability, posterior hip instability (PHI) has also garnered attention. PHI is under recognized, difficult to identify, and confused with other hip pathologies such as a simple sprain or strain. A novel clinical test is introduced that may have helped identify PHI in this patient. Additionally, a conservative rehabilitation approach emphasizing stabilization exercises is described.

Case description

A 29-year-old female presented with complaints of posterior lateral and anterior hip pain of 1.5 years duration. Upon initiating an aggressive stretching program, her pain worsened. Examination reveal

SUBMITTER: Maas R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5592346 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature