Femoroacetabular impingement surgery

Learn about Femoroacetabular impingement surgery, including indications, steps, recovery, and risks.

Overview
FAI surgery reshapes bone to reduce impingement and repair associated labral damage.

Indications
Persistent hip pain with imaging evidence of cam/pincer impingement.

Procedure overview
Arthroscopic or open reshaping of the femoral head/acetabulum with labral repair.

Recovery
Crutches initially; structured rehab over months.

Risks and complications
Persistent pain, stiffness, nerve traction injury.

Alternatives
Physical therapy and activity modification.