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01-03-2012 | Hip Rehabilitation (J Edelstein, Section Editor)

Hip osteoarthritis and the active patient: will I run again?

Authors: Scott Siverling, Eilish O’Sullivan, Matthew Garofalo, Peter Moley

Published in: Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine | Issue 1/2012

Abstract

The popularity of running as a recreational sport for health gains has steadily increased. Runners may acquire several types of injuries including hip osteoarthritis (OA). Running is possible with mild forms of OA if proper joint mechanics, neuromuscular control, and technique are present. Recent literature will be discussed that builds upon previously published articles regarding forces encountered at the hip joint during running. This article will outline the biomechanics and necessary muscle forces during running, and theories regarding strengthening and neuromuscular control. Perspectives on treatment, based on known evidence and our clinical reasoning are presented.

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Title: Hip osteoarthritis and the active patient: will I run again?
Authors: Scott Siverling
Eilish O’Sullivan
Matthew Garofalo
Peter Moley
Publication date: 01-03-2012
Publisher: Current Science Inc.
Published in: Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine / Issue 1/2012
Electronic ISSN: 1935-9748
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12178-011-9102-y

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