Join hosts Darsh and Altamash as they sit down with Dr. Allison Grimaldi to dive deep into the complexities of hip pain and the latest research in the field. In this episode, Dr. Grimaldi sheds light on the challenges of diagnosing and treating hip issues, the anatomy of the hip joint, and the critical role of gluteal tendinopathy.
Learn how significant lifestyle changes and thorough education can alleviate symptoms more effectively than traditional corticosteroid treatments. Don't miss this enlightening discussion aimed at both clinicians and patients who are eager to better understand their bodies.
TIME STAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Postpartum Health Challenges
00:27 Welcome to Medicine Redefined
01:05 Exciting Update: New Practice Launch
01:34 Introducing Dr. Allison Grimaldi
01:46 Why Focus on the Hip?
06:18 Understanding Hip Anatomy
08:44 Lateral Hip Pain and Its Complexities
22:55 Diagnosing Gluteal Tendinopathy
27:16 Identifying Hip Pain: Key Questions and Symptoms
27:52 Differentiating Gluteal Tendinopathy from Other Conditions
29:19 Common Presentations and Misdiagnoses
31:14 Effective Sleep Positions for Hip Pain Relief
36:07 Diagnostic Tests for Gluteal Tendinopathy
39:31 Insights from the LEAP Study
44:16 Balancing Short-term Relief and Long-term Solutions
46:11 The Role of PRP in Treatment
50:13 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps
SOURCES
LEAP Trial: https://www.bmj.com/content/361/bmj.k1662
Gluteal Masterclass: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39854929/
