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Medical Conditions - Femoroacetabular Impingement

Femoroacetabular impingement, also called hip impingement, is a condition in which the growth of an extra bone is seen along one or both of the bones that constitutes the hip joint. This results in providing an irregular shape to the bones and causing pain as the bones rub together. This can be cured by recommending corticosteroids, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), rest, or surgery.

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What alternate treatments are available for femoroacetabular impingement other than surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Femoroacetabular impingement is abnormal contact and rubbing between the anterior femoral head and its socket that cause inflammation and pain over there.

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