Atraumatic Hip Instability
Authors
Canham CD, Domb BG, Giordano BD
DOI: 10.2106/JBJS.RVW.15.00045
Purpose
To review the causes, diagnosis, and management of atraumatic hip instability.
Methods
Narrative review discussing etiology, clinical features, imaging, and treatment options including open and arthroscopic procedures.
Key Findings
Atraumatic hip instability is caused by multiple factors including femoroacetabular impingement and capsuloligamentous injury. Diagnosis is challenging but essential to avoid iatrogenic instability post-surgery.
Conclusions
Proper diagnosis and surgical management of atraumatic hip instability can lead to successful outcomes and prevent catastrophic complications.
What Does This Mean For Patients
Patients with unexplained hip pain may have hip instability that can be effectively treated if properly diagnosed, improving quality of life.