Arthroscopic Treatment of Femoroacetabular Impingement: Rim Trim to Closed Capsule

Abstract

Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) has been the focus of much investigation, which has inherently led to an improvement in understanding of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and surgical management of this condition. Over the last decade, hip arthroscopy has become the preferred form of surgical management for FAI with the advancement in arthroscopic technology. In this review, the arthroscopic surgical technique to address acetabular rim, labrum, and capsule are described. Furthermore, current evidence and recent advancements in the arthroscopic approach for FAI are evaluated.