Can we predict who needs hip surgery? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT02408276
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study followed 130 young adults (35 or younger) with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), a common cause of hip pain and early arthritis. Researchers used MRI scans and patient surveys over 5 years to see how cartilage degenerates in those treated with surgery or physical therapy. The goal is to identify which patients benefit most from each approach, helping doctors make better treatment decisions.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors decide which patients benefit most from hip surgery versus physical therapy for FAI.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to clear treatment guidelines, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hospital for Special Surgery
New York, New York, 10021, United States
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