Online Continuing Education Courses

Sports Clinics Journal Review: Focus on Hip

Part I: Imaging in Hip Arthroscopy for Femoroacetabular Impingement: A Comprehensive Approach

• Describe the use of plain radiographs, including anteroposterior pelvis, Dunn lateral, and false-profile view, and explain why they are key in initial assessment of patients suspected of femoroacetabular impingement
• Explain the role of imaging in preoperative planning
• Examine studies that have shown high incidence of labral tears in asymptomatic patients
• Differentiate the role of CT scan vs MRI
• Explore future directions of imaging with hip studies

Part II: Management of the Acetabular Labrum

• Become familiar with management techniques of the acetabular labrum
• Compare and contrast various techniques including debridement, repair and reconstruction
• Describe the structure and function of the labrum
• List 3 controversial indications for labral reconstruction

Part III: Chondral Lesions of the Hip

• Describe the clinical presentation of chondral lesions
• List and describe 3 treatment techniques for chondral lesions
• Summarize the postoperative care following the repair of chondral lesions