EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 10 MIN

Pediatric Clinical Decision Making

from NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy · host Kyle Rice

Victor is a 12-year-old male who presents with a limp and groin pain. The hip rests in external rotation, and hip flexion produces obligatory external rotation. Which of the following should the physical therapist initiate FIRST?A) Begin hip strengthening and gait trainingB) Stretch hip internal rotators and adductorsC) Make the patient non–weight bearing and refer urgentlyD) Initiate aquatic therapy for pain-free ROMJoin the FREE Facebook Group: www.nptegroup.com