Clinical recommendations | Median | IQR | Mode | Consensus voting result | |
C1 | Hip range of motion can be measured clinically using a goniometer or inclinometer; however, the optimal methods of measurement (eg, active vs passive; appropriate positions and stabilisation methods) are currently unknown. | 6 | 5–8 | 6 | Uncertain |
C2 | People with hip-related pain demonstrate lower strength in hip adduction, abduction, flexion, internal rotation and external rotation compared with individuals without pain; measuring strength using objective methods is recommended. | 8 | 7–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
C3 | People with hip-related pain demonstrate impaired performance during functional tasks; therefore, performance of functional tasks should be assessed clinically. | 8 | 7–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
C4 | Physical activity should be measured using objective methods in people with hip-related pain and can be combined with self-reported measures of physical activity to capture different dimensions. | 7 | 5–8 | 9 | Appropriate |
C5 | Clinicians should quantify patient expectations regarding their return to physical activity (including: sport level, sporting performance and occupation). | 8 | 7–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
C6. | Sport-specific activities should be assessed to guide return to sport. | 8 | 7–9 | 8 | Appropriate |
Research recommendations | Median | IQR | Mode | Recommendation | |
R1 | Further research should investigate, report and improve the measurement properties of tests of range of motion, muscle strength and functional performance. | 9 | 8–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
R2 | Future research is needed to investigate the relationship among movement-related parameters (biomechanics, muscle function), symptoms, function, quality of life, and imaging and intra-articular findings. | 8 | 6–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
R3 | Established minimum reporting standards for movement-related parameters (eg, biomechanics, muscle function) should be followed, or determined as appropriate. | 8 | 7–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
R4 | The patient’s goals and expectations, physical activity and occupational requirements should be measured using quantitative and qualitative methods. | 9 | 8–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
R5 | The return to sport (RTS) continuum recommended by the 2016 RTS consensus paper should be used in future research. | 9 | 8–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
R6 | Future research is required to quantify, and report return to physical activity (including sport and occupation) following management of hip-related pain. | 9 | 8–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
R7 | Research to determine the best criteria for rehabilitation progression and RTS following management of hip-related pain is recommended. | 9 | 8–9 | 9 | Appropriate |
. C, clinical recommendation; R, research recommendation.