It is always helpful to observe the patient standing and walking . Always consider referred pain , from the neck or chest to the shoulder, from the back or pelvis to the hip, and from the hip to the knee. Pain with, or limitation of, rotation is often the first sign of hip disease. Joint Hip Pain Sciatica Bursitis Hip Joint Inspection Look for scars, rashes, or other lesions. Always compare with the other side.
Palpation Examine each major joint and muscle group in turn.
Identify any areas of tenderness. Always compare with the other side. Active Ask the patient to move each joint through a full range of motion. Note any increased range of motion or instability. Always compare with the other side.