Your physiotherapist will provide a thorough assessment of your needs and determine the extent of the muscle weakness. Physiotherapy treatment will aim to improve the strength of the muscles around the hip and reduce compensatory trunk lean which may later cause secondary problems. Treatment may include:
- Exercises to strengthen the hip
- Exercises to stretch any tight muscles and increase flexibility
- Pain management advice
- Gait re-education
- Balance re-education
- Provision of walking aids to improve the quality of your gait pattern, and maximise your safety and independence
Your physiotherapist will devise an individual treatment programme for you and goals will be reviewed at regular intervals to monitor your progress.
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