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Assessment of a Categorized Physical Therapy Protocol for Non-arthritic Hip and Groin Pain: a Randomized Controlled Study
Led by Hospital for Special Surgery, New York · Updated on 2026-04-28
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
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Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are investigating the effects of a categorized physical therapy program on people with non-arthritic hip and groin pain. This study addresses a gap in current research, which has mostly focused on osteoarthritis of the hip, by exploring how a standardized physical therapy approach can help those without arthritis-related hip problems. The trial is randomized and aims to better understand treatment options for hip and groin pain. Participants will be assigned to one of two groups: one receiving standard-of-care physical therapy, and the other receiving matrix-based physical therapy in addition to the standard care. Matrix-based therapy involves tailoring stretches and strengthening exercises based on the patient's hip mobility and strength. Both approaches will be monitored over the course of the study. Throughout the study, participants will be evaluated using the International Hip Outcome Tool-12 (iHOT-12) for up to 6 months to measure hip function and health. Pain levels will be assessed with a numerical rating scale, and adherence to home exercise programs will be tracked. The study includes double-masked procedures to reduce bias and will provide detailed monitoring of participants' progress and response to therapy.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Categorized PT for Non-arthritic Hip and Groin Pain
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- New patient presenting with non-arthritic hip impingement, hip pain, and groin pain (Tonnis 0-1)
- Age between 18 and 60 years old
You will not qualify if you...
- Arthritic hip pain (Tonnis 2+)
- Younger than 18 or older than 60 years
- History of spinal fusion surgery
- History of low back pain with radicular pain
- History of hip arthroscopy
- History of inflammatory conditions or other problems interfering with hip therapy (such as back, knee, foot, ankle, or shoulder issues)
- Currently taking TNF-alpha inhibitors for inflammatory conditions
- History of prior knee osteotomy
- Non-English speakers
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Up to 6 months
Participants receive physical therapy based on their assigned group: either standard-of-care physical therapy alone or matrix-based physical therapy combined with standard-of-care. Therapy includes stretching and strengthening exercises tailored to hip mobility and strength.
Visits as scheduled for physical therapy sessions over the treatment period
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Hospital for Special Surgery
New York, New York, United States, 10021
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Research Team
J
Jennifer Cheng
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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