PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR HIP PAIN. back to top. Hip pain can come from many different sources. Osteoarthritis in the hip joint can cause significant pain, which may respond well to physical therapy in the earlier stages, but often may require total hip replacement surgery (also referred to as total hip arthroplasty).
Treatment. Treatments for PV can vary depending on a patient's symptoms. Some patients may not need active treatment but should still be monitored by a physician expert. Treatments include: 1  Phlebotomy -- a procedure that involves removing blood from the body, can thin the blood to let it flow more easily.
Treatment. Treatment for PV aims to reduce the number of red blood cells. This helps to control your symptoms and to prevent any more serious problems. The treatment you need will depend on your risk of more serious problems, such as blood clots.