Hip & Pelvis – Assessment and Management, Montreal – date: August, 2026
Open to All
Objectives:
Review the essential surface anatomical structures associated with the common clinical presentations of the Lower Back, Pelvis and Hip.
To become competent in accurately identifying the anatomical structures (muscles, tendons, joint ligaments, vascular structures and nerves, particularly motor and cutaneous parts), through palpation.
Review, apply and interpret the various orthopedic procedures related to each to the regions and assimilate the finding with historical features, to develop appropriate care plans.
Review, apply and interpret the various neurological procedures, including deep tendon reflexes, superficial reflexes, pathological reflexes, Motor power, various sensory modalities and special procedures, related to each to the regions and assimilation of these findings with historical features to develop appropriate care plans
Review, apply and interpret the various functional tests for the lower extremity, including balance, strength, endurance, power etc…
Review various soft tissue non-manipulative, and manipuipulative manual techniques to address the above clinical findings. Introduction to taping and other techniques.
Development of goal-oriented functional restoration rehabilitation program.
Understanding the principles of tendinopathy.
Appreciate the relationship of the hip in Hip – Spine Syndrome (Neurogenic claudication)
“The Musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause” – How does this relate? Lateral Hip pain.
Hip Disorders
Intra-Articular Hip Pathology
- Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI)
- Acetabular labral tear
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Chondral injury
- Loose bodies
- Hip dysplasia
- Avascular necrosis of the femoral head
- Septic arthritis
- Inflammatory arthritis (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis)
- Synovitis
Extra-Articular Hip Disorders
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
- Gluteus medius/minimus tendinopathy
- Trochanteric bursitis
- Iliopsoas tendinopathy/bursitis
- Proximal hamstring tendinopathy
- Adductor strain/tendinopathy
- Snapping hip syndrome
- Piriformis syndrome
- Tensor fascia lata overuse
- Rectus femoris strain
Bony/Stress-Related Conditions
- Femoral neck stress fracture
- Pelvic stress fracture
- Apophyseal avulsion injury
- Osteitis pubis
Neurologic/Referred Pain Sources
- Lumbar radiculopathy
- Meralgia paresthetica
- Sciatic nerve entrapment
- Peripheral neuropathy
Sacroiliac Joint Disorders
Mechanical SI Joint Pain
- SI joint hypomobility
- SI joint hypermobility
- SI joint sprain/strain
- Pregnancy/postpartum SI dysfunction
Inflammatory Conditions
- Sacroiliitis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Reactive arthritis
Traumatic Causes
- SI joint fracture/disruption
- Pelvic ring injury
Infectious/Serious Pathology
- Septic sacroiliitis
- Tumour/metastatic disease
Referred Pain Mimics
- Lumbar facet syndrome
- Lumbar discogenic pain
- Hip joint pathology
- Piriformis syndrome
Pelvic Disorders
Pubic Symphysis & Anterior Pelvis
- Osteitis pubis
- Pubic symphysis dysfunction
- Athletic pubalgia (“sports hernia”)
- Adductor-related groin pain
Common Referred Pain Sources to the Hip/SI/Pelvis
- Lumbar spine disc pathology
- Lumbar spinal stenosis
- Facet joint syndrome
- Thoracolumbar junction dysfunction
- Myofascial trigger points
- Peripheral nerve entrapments
Key Clinical Groupings
Groin Pain
Often associated with:
- Hip OA
- FAI
- Labral tear
- Adductor pathology
- Iliopsoas disorders
Lateral Hip Pain
Often associated with:
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
- Gluteal tendinopathy
- Lumbar referral
Posterior Hip/Buttock Pain
Often associated with:
- SI joint dysfunction
- Piriformis syndrome
- Lumbar radiculopathy
- Proximal hamstring tendinopathy
Anterior Pelvic Pain
Often associated with:
- Osteitis pubis
- Athletic pubalgia
- Hip flexor pathology
Important Red Flags
Always consider urgent referral if there is:
- Night pain
- Fever
- Unexplained weight loss
- Trauma with inability to weight bear
- Saddle anesthesia
- Progressive neurologic deficits
- Suspicion of fracture, infection, or malignancy
For anatomy reference, the following structures are commonly involved:
- Sacroiliac Joint
- Femoroacetabular Impingement
- Hip Osteoarthritis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meet our speakers:
Doctor Glen M. Harris
Dr. Harris is a graduate of the University of Waterloo Kinesiology program and the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. He is a Fellow in the Royal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences (Canada) and past Executive Council Member of Fédération Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport. He is an assistance professor and clinician at CMCC as well as former chiropractor at the Schroeder Pain Assessment and Rehabilitation Research Centre in Toronto. He is founder and Clinical Director of MSK+, an education and clinical services company, that provides virtual and in-person training around the globe. He maintains a private practice in mid-town Toronto.
Doctor Joe Pelino BIO
Dr. Joe Pelino is native to the Niagara Region, born and raised in Welland, ON. He has 3 children, is an avid global cyclist & brand Ambassador for L’Eroica Vintage Cycling Events.
A graduate of Brock University with a BSc in Exercise Physiology & Physical Health Education, Dr. Pelino completed his chiropractic education in Toronto at CMCC Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, earning The Research Award for Radiological Excellence.
He was the first Canadian to earn a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians, the first Canadian Provider & Instructor of A.R.T., SRM, OTZ and Zone Technique. He is also the inventor of CoreBall Training, using fitness as therapy since the late 1980s.
Over the last 20 years, Dr. Pelino has developed strong ties to the Inuit of Northern Canada. He currently is the Southern Director and Film Producer for the traditional Inuit Elder Initiative ‘Tusaqtuut’. He founded the Nunavut Stars Hockey Camp for Inuit Youth, along with his brother, Coach Michael Pelino. Being introduced to the Inuit culture sparked an admiration for the heroic nature of the traditional Inuit way of life. Through these experiences, he was able to witness the power of how sport can unify and transform a community.
Dr. Joe Pelino is a provider of Chiropractic Care and supporting Sports Medicine therapeutic techniques with over 30 years of experience resolving athletes’ injuries and enhancing their performance by offering next generation treatment methods and technologies. His Chiropractic Sports Medicine practice is currently located in Niagara Falls, Ontario
CURRENT EXPERIENCE:
Chief Therapy Officer Niagara Canada Summer Games 2022.
Vice Chair Medical Committee Niagara Summer Games 2022.
Executive Director Nunavut Stars Hockey Camp for Inuit Youth.
Consultant Doctor to the PHPA Professional Hockey Players Association.
Consultant Doctor PHPA Workers Comp Panel Attorneys.
Pelham Panthers GOJrHL Hockey Team.
FORMER MEDICAL TEAM MEMBER:
Toronto Raptors NBA.
Chicago Black Hawks NHL.
Ottawa Senators NHL.
Granfondo Canada Cycling
RAAM Race Across America Team Lead.
Ironman Championships Kona Hawaii Race Director Physically Challenged Athletes.
University of Toronto David L Macintosh Sport Medicine Clinic.
Arctic Winter Games Poly Clinic Chief of Clinic.
Niagara Thunder OHL Major Junior Hockey.
1994 Niagara Peninsula High School Basketball All Star Team Boys and Girls
FORMER CONSULTANT CHIROPRACTOR:
NHLPA National Hockey League Players’ Association.
NHLAA National Hockey League Alumni Association.
Niagara Ice Dogs OHL Hockey Team.
Chilliwack Chiefs CJHL Hockey Team.
Boston Bruins NHL.
Anaheim Ducks NHL.
Tampa Bay Lightning NHL.
Minnesota Wild NHL.
New York Knicks NBA.
Homeless World Cup Of Soccer
CanAm Hockey Group
Peterborough & Guelph Ontario & Lake Placid NY Lead Hockey Instructor.
Stars Specialized Hockey School Lead Hockey Instructor.
Wayne Gretzky Future Stars Hockey School Lead Instructor.
FORMER PATIENTS WITH PERMISSION TO SHARE:
Lauren Bacall
Evelyn hart
Ray Liotta
Nick Cassavetes
Kathy Nelson
Carl Weathers
Danny Glover
Radha Mitchell
Liam Neeson
Burt Reynolds
Gabriel Macht
Gordie Howe
Vladislav Tretiak
Ed Belfour