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- Talk
- 13/09/2021
- UK
Biomechanics of Cam-type Femoroacetabular Impingement: A Systematic Review
Description
This presentation focuses on the biomechanics of cam-type femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), led by Dr. Karadi Hari Sunil Kumar, who shares insights gained during his fellowship with Mr. Khanduja at Cambridge. The talk begins with an overview of FAI, distinguishing between its cam and pincer types, which cause abnormal contact between the femoral head and acetabulum, potentially leading to joint damage and osteoarthritis. Kumar presents findings from a systematic review aimed at assessing gait biomechanics in cam-type FAI patients relative to healthy individuals during level walking.
The research, conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines, involved a thorough literature search and quality assessment of studies, resulting in the analysis of 260 papers narrowed down to 12, focusing on 173 patients with cam-type FAI. Key outcomes include diminished walking speed, reduced sagittal hip range of motion, and weakened hip abduction during gait in affected patients. Kumar emphasizes the importance of preoperative rehabilitation to restore muscle strength and range of motion, advocating for further research into gait alterations in FAI and potential interventions. The discussion concludes with a Q&A session, addressing future steps in surgical intervention thresholds based on biomechanical assessments.