Editorial Commentary: When Gluteal Strengthening Fails, Hip Femoroacetabular Impingement Correction Is the Ultimate Physical Therapy.

Abstract

Gluteal strength improvement is positively correlated with improved outcomes following hip arthroscopy femoroacetabular impingement correction. Arthroscopic femoroacetabular impingement surgery in itself also is correlated with postoperative improvement in gluteal strength. A trial of physical therapy or best conservative care can improve gluteal strength; however, oftentimes this is insufficient treatment. Hip arthroscopy can improve pain and function whilst also improving gluteal strength. When this is conveyed to patients, the additional knowledge can help them buy-in to their treatment regimen.