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How to Perform a Hip Arthroscopy for Femoroacetabular Impingement

Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is caused by extra bone growth on the acetabulum and/or femoral head in the hip joint that can tear the labrum and wear down the articular cartilage, causing pain in the groin or hip and limiting movement. Fortunately, hip arthroscopy has proven effective in addressing FAI and associated labral tears. Orthopaedic surgeons can arthroscopically repair damaged cartilage ...

How to Perform an Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Iliotibial Band Tenodesis

Iliotibial band (ITB) tenodesis is established as an effective means of improving anterolateral stability after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Appropriate for certain competitive athletes, individuals receiving an allograft, and others who are at increased risk of graft failure, ITB tenodesis involves passing a slip of the ITB into the lateral collateral ligament (LCL) and then rerouting the ITB ...

How to Perform an Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization

For athletes and non-athletes alike, the shoulder – the most mobile joint in the body – can dislocate from a sports-related injury, non-sports trauma such as from a motor vehicle accident, or a fall. Fortunately, contemporary surgical techniques for addressing shoulder instability have proven effective in restoring shoulder function and relieving pain, as well as helping athletes return to playing ...