Posts by Dr Alison Grimaldi
Hypermobility and the Hip
Last month we started our journey into hypermobility, firstly focusing on how to best identify joint hypermobility syndromes and measure their impact. This month, we’re going to dive deeper into…
Read MoreIdentifying joint hypermobility syndromes and measuring the impact
Joint hypermobility, characterised by an excessive range of motion in the joints, poses unique challenges for both patients and healthcare providers when symptoms arise. For many, excess mobility may never…
Read MoreDeep external rotator impingement after hip replacement
Deep external rotator impingement after hip replacement is one of the less recognised complications of total hip arthroplasty (total hip replacement surgery). While this is generally a positive and life-changing…
Read MoreWhat happens to the deep external rotators after hip replacement
Total hip arthroplasty (total hip replacement) is one of the most successful operations performed on the human body. However, persistent pain or disability following surgery is often related to impact…
Read MoreThe case against iliopsoas release
Last month we looked why the iliopsoas muscle has been so demonised and the reported indications and techniques for iliopsoas release. But what evidence is there for or against iliopsoas…
Read MoreIliopsoas Release: Beliefs, Indications, Techniques
The iliopsoas, our primary hip flexor muscle, is commonly demonised in both clinical practice and online environments. Tightness of the psoas or iliopsoas musculotendinous complex is assumed to be the…
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