Best Practice Case Studies-Case 135 Asset 2 Hip Pathology

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Jessica Endo, a physical therapist, explains how to test gluteus medius strength using a handheld dynamometer in side-lying, comparing the injured side to the unaffected side and aiming for 85%–90% limb symmetry before discharge. She also outlines a rehab progression: starting with bridge isometrics using a TheraBand, then side-lying clamshell isometrics held about 30 seconds to remodel the tendon, followed by concentric clamshell motions, and finally eccentric side-lying hip abduction with slow lowering. The progression builds gluteus medius activation and strength while reducing pain.

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Edition 4th Edition

Related Case 4th Edition, Case 135

Topic Hip

Keywords

4th Edition

4th Edition, Case 135

Hip

gluteus medius strength

handheld dynamometer

limb symmetry

clamshell exercises

eccentric hip abduction