'The Hip with Alison Grimaldi'

Alison Grimaldi Bio

Dr Alison Grimaldi BPhty, MPhty(Sports), PhD, FACP

Dr Alison Grimaldi is a physiotherapist, researcher and educator with over 30 years of clinical experience, and a special interest in the hip and pelvic region. She has completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, a Masters of Sports Physiotherapy and a PhD, with her doctorate topic in the hip region. Dr Grimaldi is Practice Principal of PhysioTec Physiotherapy in Brisbane and a Fellow of the Australian College of Physiotherapists. She has had involvement in hip research for over 20 years and continues her research interests as an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the University of Queensland, and in collaborative international studies. Dr Grimaldi was a key investigator on the landmark multicentre LEAP randomised clinical trial of interventions for gluteal tendinopathy. She has contributed to four leading clinical texts, conducted over 100 clinical workshops and presented over 50 keynote, invited or podium conference presentations. Alison also runs a Hip Academy with online learning and live mentoring at www.dralisongrimaldi.com.

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Day 1 - Saturday 26th April

Anterior Hip & Groin Pain 
(8.30am-4.30pm in Maxwell Suite at Hampden Park in Glasgow)

This one-day practical workshop will include:

• Diagnostic, pain provocation tests for intra & extra-articular sources of nociception
• Assessment of bony morphology, joint stability and neurodynamics
• Assessment of posture & key movement patterns for specific pain & load intolerance presentations
• Examples of treatment direction tests (passive & active) & clinical reasoning strategies to determine best approach for reducing pain & improving load tolerance for the patient’s specific presentation
• Load management advice & key exercise strategies for specific presentations
• Manual therapy – some useful techniques for specific range gaining and improving pain-free ROM
  In advance of the practical workshop, the theoretical component of this course will be shared by Dr Grimaldi in an online learning format for your flexibility and optimal learning experience. This includes:
• 5 hours of PowerPoint lectures with printable notes to allow you to learn anywhere, at your own pace, in your own time.
• Self-assessment quiz.
• 3 months of unlimited access to video content

More information can be found on Dr Grimaldi’s own website by accessing: Professional Development for Physios, Health & Exercise Professionals | Dr. Alison Grimaldi

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Day 2 - Sunday 27th April

Lateral Hip & Buttock Pain
(8.30am-4.30pm in Maxwell Suite at Hampden Park in Glasgow)

This practical 1 day workshop will guide participants through diagnostic tests and management strategies for lateral hip and buttock pain. There is now high-quality evidence for assessment and management of gluteal tendinopathy from the ‘LEAP’ lateral hip pain randomised clinical trial, of which Alison was a key investigator. Participants will receive first-hand instruction on techniques, advice regarding how best to apply this approach in clinical practice and valuable troubleshooting for slow or non-responders. The workshop with then delve into the other lesser-known problems associated with buttock pain that may present diagnostic and management challenges – posterior joint instability, bony impingements, peripheral nerve entrapments and musculotendinous overload. Understanding the impact of bony morphology, soft tissue interfaces and postural and movement patterns is critical to optimal management of these conditions.
The one-day practical workshop will include:
Diagnostic tests, management strategies & key exercises for: gluteal tendinopathy & associated soft tissue pathologies/ posterior hip joint instability/ extra articular impingements/ ischiofemoral impingement/ deep gluteal syndrome/extraspinal sciatica and proximal hamstring tendinopathy
In advance of the practical workshop, the theoretical component of this course will be shared by Dr Grimaldi in an online learning format for your flexibility and optimal learning experience. This includes:

• 6 hours of PowerPoint lectures with printable notes to allow you to learn anywhere, at your own pace, in your own time.
• Self-assessment quiz.
• 3 months of unlimited access to video content

More information can be found on Dr Grimaldi’s own website by accessing: Professional Development for Physios, Health & Exercise Professionals | Dr. Alison Grimaldi

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Refund Policy
Refunds can be made up to 6 weeks before the first course date, minus a £25 administration fee. Alternatively, you can find a replacement for your place at any time. All cancellations must be made in writing to Katy.Stewart@hampdensportsclinic.com.
We regret that no refund is available if cancellation receive after 25 March 2025, for whatever reason.