Current Australian physiotherapy management of hip osteoarthritis

Abstract

Objectives: Symptomatic osteoarthritis can be a painful, costly and debilitating condition. Whilst there is a substantial body of literature surrounding osteoarthritis of the knee, there is less reported research on the hip joint, especially pertaining to physiotherapy intervention. This descriptive study aimed to describe current physiotherapy management of osteoarthritis of the hip by Australian physiotherapists in private practice and acute hospital settings. Design: Cross-sectional survey. Participants: A questionnaire was administered to 364 public and private practitioners in the state of Victoria. Results: A response rate of 66% was achieved. Physiotherapists working in the private an..