Beyond the x-ray: Practical knee and hip osteoarthritis management

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In this episode, Rheumatologist Prof David Hunter speaks with host A/Prof Ralph Audehm about contemporary management of knee and hip osteoarthritis. Together, they explore practical strategies to reduce pain, improve function, and avoid low value care:

  • Hear what is likely to change in the RACGP osteoarthritis guidelines
  • Know when imaging is not necessary or unhelpful 
  • Compare land-based exercise and hydrotherapy
  • Update approach to analgesia and pharmacotherapy
  • Review patient selection and referral for injectables, bracing and surgery

 

Expert: Prof David Hunter, Rheumatologist

Host: A/Prof Ralph Audehm, GP & Medical Educator

Total time: 41 mins

 

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Last Updated: 7 Jul, 2026

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