Hip Arthroscopy Successfully Treats Femoroacetabular Impingement in Adolescent Athletes
Authors: Litrenta J, Mu BH, Ortiz-Declet V, Chen AW, Perets I, Wojnowski NM, Domb BG
DOI: 10.1097/BPO.0000000000001411
Background
- Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is increasingly diagnosed in adolescent athletes and can impair sports participation.
- This study evaluates hip arthroscopy outcomes in this population.
Methods
- Retrospective review of 96 adolescent athletes undergoing hip arthroscopy for FAI, with 2-year follow-up on return to sport, pain, function, and satisfaction.
Key Findings
- 84% returned to sport at 2 years.
- Significant improvements in pain, function, and patient satisfaction with minimal complications.
Conclusions
- Hip arthroscopy is effective and safe for treating FAI in adolescent athletes, enabling return to sports with good outcomes.
What Does This Mean for Providers?
- Hip arthroscopy should be strongly considered for adolescent athletes with symptomatic FAI who have failed conservative treatment.
- High return-to-sport rates and low complications support the procedure’s use in this age group.
- Educate patients and families on expected outcomes to help set realistic goals for recovery and sport resumption.