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Hip arthroscopy is a short, safe, minimally invasive orthopedic surgery procedure that utilizes a small camera system and instruments to visualize and repair the hip joint. Hip arthroscopy is used successfully in the treatment of various hip ailments.
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Dr Davidovitch did my hip replacement three months ago. Now I have no pain and can walk long distances. I feel very happy with the result. Dr Davidovitch is very professional, and I totally trust his decision. In addition, his team is well organized and knows exactly what they are doing, which makes my experience of the surgery more pleasure. ~ Healthgrades
Conditions occurring inside the hip joint (intra-articular) and those found outside the hip joint (extra-articular) can be safely treated using arthroscopic technology.
- Hip arthroscopy can allow for a quicker recovery period, less scarring, and a return to pre-injury activity levels, which make it an ideal technique for athletes and those under the age of 60.
Hip arthroscopy is typically performed to remove cartilage, repair labral (soft tissue surrounding hip joint) tears, remove joint lining, improve hip instability, and for the early treatment of hip arthritis. Due to the less invasive nature of this procedure, hip arthroscopy is usually done on an outpatient basis.
Hip arthroscopy may be indicated for the following hip disorders:
- Removal of adhesions: Adhesions are areas of built-up scar tissue around the hip that can limit movement and cause pain.
- Debridement of loose bodies: Bone chips, debris, or torn cartilage cause hip pain and decreased range of motion and can be removed with hip arthroscopy.
- Debridement of joint surfaces: Conditions such as arthritis can cause the breakdown of tissue or bone in the joint.
- Repair of torn labral / labrum: The labrum lines the outer edge of the acetabulum to ensure a proper fit.
- Removal of bone spurs: Extra bone growth caused by injury or arthritis that damages the ends of the bones causes pain and limited joint mobility.
- Partial synovectomy: Removal of portions of the inflamed synovium (joint lining) in patients with inflammatory arthritis can help to decrease the patient’s pain.
- Repair after hip trauma: Repair of hip fractures or torn ligaments caused by trauma.
- Evaluation and diagnosis: Patients with unexplained pain, swelling, stiffness, and instability in the hip that is unresponsive to conservative treatment may undergo hip arthroscopy for evaluation and diagnosis of their unique hip pain condition.
Candidates for hip arthroscopy include:
- Athletes with hip pain associated with labral tears +/- FAI
- Athletes with snapping hip syndrome
- Pre-arthritic patients with hip pain and labral tears +/- FAI
- Pre-arthritic patients with hip pain associated with synovitis
- Patients with unexplained hip pain, swelling, stiffness and instability
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