Hip Osteoarthritis (Coxarthrosis): Examination
A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body weight, height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin (normal: intact; abrasions/wounds, redness, hematomas (bruises), scars) and mucous membranes. Gait pattern (fluid, limping) – leg statics! [Schonhinken, pain limp] Body or joint posture (upright, bent, Schonhaltung). Malpositions … Hip Osteoarthritis (Coxarthrosis): Examination