1 Before you use it
What it is
Built for the pre-arthritic hip — mechanical symptoms, pain, function and activity level in a patient whose hip hurts but whose x-ray is unremarkable.
When to reach for it
Young hips with mechanical symptoms — catching, clicking, giving way — where FAI, labral pathology or snapping hip is on the list. An alternative to HOS and iHOT.
2 Giving it
Scoring
Twenty items across four domains, converted to 0–100. Higher is better.
What it doesn’t measure
Groin-specific demand, or hip OA — use HAGOS and HOOS respectively.
3 Reading the score
Interpreting it
Interpret against baseline.
Is the change real?
Student trap. Choosing between HOS, iHOT and NAHS at random. Pick one for the service and be consistent — they don't convert.
Official source: preventivehip.org. We don't host the form.
This is a learning tool. It does not diagnose patients and does not replace your clinical educator.
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