Common Conditions of the Hip Flashcards
1
Q
What are trochanteric bursa?
A
Fluid-filled sacs sandwhiched betwen the hip abductors and Illio-tibial band
2
Q
What is femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) and what 2 categories is it divided into?
A
An impingement of the femoral neck against the anterior edge of the acetabulum.
Cam lesion - Reduced head neck offset
Pincer- Acetabular abnormality
3
Q
What are 3 injuries associated with FAI?
A
Labral degeneration
Cartilage damage and flap tears
Secondary hip arthritis
4
Q
Common FAI symptoms?
A
Groin pain which is worse on flexion
Pain getting out of chairs
5
Q
What are some causes of a labral tear?
A
FAI Trauma OA Dysplasia Collagen disease
6
Q
How would a labral tear present?
A
Groin/hip pain
Snapping sensation
Jamming or locking
