Amplifying the Work of Emerging Leaders in Hip/Groin Pain Research.

Abstract

<b>SYNOPSIS:</b> This focused issue of <i>JOSPT</i> highlights emerging research in hip and groin pain, with particular emphasis on amplifying the contributions of early career researchers who often face significant barriers to recognition and funding in a competitive academic landscape. The issue encompasses a range of conditions including pubic-related groin pain, hip dysplasia, and femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS), addressed through diverse methodologies spanning viewpoints, reviews, and rehabilitation trials. Notable contributions examine rehabilitation strategies for long-standing groin pain, diagnostic and treatment pathways for hip dysplasia, muscle function impairments in patients with FAIS, postsurgical recovery outcomes, and early-stage hip osteoarthritis. While large-scale randomized controlled trials remain forthcoming, the work collected in this focused issue reflects an active and evolving field. The issue also prioritizes inclusive authorship, with a focus on broad representation across sex, professional discipline, and international geography. <i>J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2026;56(7):374-375. Epub 3 Jun 2026. doi:10.2519/jospt.2026.14485</i>.