Hip impingement study aims to predict who needs surgery
NCT ID NCT02408276
First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study followed 130 people aged 35 or younger with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), a hip condition that can lead to cartilage damage and early arthritis. Researchers used MRI scans over 5 years to see how cartilage changes over time. The goal was to identify which patients do best with surgery versus non-surgical care, helping doctors make better treatment decisions.
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Hospital for Special Surgery
New York, New York, 10021, United States
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