This 2007 technique paper by Philippon describes the arthroscopic approach to treating femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) in high-demand patients and athletes. It reviews the pathoanatomy of cam and pincer FAI, relevant imaging findings, and step-by-step osteoplasty and rim trimming techniques with postoperative rehabilitation protocols.
This 2007 technique paper by Philippon describes the arthroscopic approach to treating femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) in high-demand patients and athletes. It reviews the pathoanatomy of cam and pincer FAI, relevant imaging findings, and step-by-step osteoplasty and rim trimming techniques with postoperative rehabilitation protocols.