Specialized Toolkit Series: Arthroscopic Hip Treatments-Natural History of Femoroacetabular Impingement

Natural History of Femoroacetabular Impingement

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In this session of the ANA toolkit series, Thomas Bird discusses the natural history of Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI). FAI's symptoms worsen over time, warranting potential surgery if conservative measures like therapy and injections fail. Bird emphasizes the importance of involving athletes in treatment decisions, pointing out that surgery isn't the only solution to this chronic condition, which begins in childhood. He highlights that certain physical traits and activities influence symptom severity and stresses the role of rehabilitation in addressing compensatory issues. Bird concludes by discussing treatment strategies, emphasizing a balanced approach to both non-surgical and surgical therapies.

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J.W. Thomas Byrd, MD

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Femoroacetabular Impingement

Thomas Bird

rehabilitation

treatment strategies

athlete involvement