This letter to editor brings into notice the dearth of research in the area of clinical prediction rules (CPR) and clinical decision rules (CDR) on examination and treatment of orthopedic hip disorders. There were three studies that reported CPRs/CDRs which are described in this letter. There was one study each on hip pain/osteoarthritis, septic arthritis versus transient synovitis, and nursing home stay after hip fracture.

Keywords: Hip Disorders; Physical Examination; Predictive Validity; Orthopedic Examination.