Prehab and Rehab for Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI): Clinical Pearls

Abstract

Current literature supports the benefits of nonoperative conservative treatment with physical therapy along with activity modification for femoroacetabular impingement. Despite this fact, there is a gap in the literature detailing appropriate physical therapy management of this injury. The goal of this article is to present conservative physical therapy treatment options for femoroacetabular impingement. Improving joint mobility through posterior and lateral joint glide of the femur, strengthening the surrounding hip musculature, and re-educating functional movement to limit excessive adduction/internal rotation during hip flexion can be helpful for decreasing symptoms and allowing patients to return to their prior level of function.