Arthroscopy Techniques (Jan 2024)

Postless Hip Arthroscopy: A Technical Note on Obtaining Distraction

  • Nels Leafblad, M.D.,
  • Josh Mizels, M.D.,
  • Travis Maak, M.D.

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 13, no. 1
p. 102832

Abstract

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Hip arthroscopy techniques continue to evolve. Historically, a post has been used as an aid to establish adequate hip joint distraction. However, this technique is associated with potentially devastating postoperative pudendal nerve injury and other urologic and gynecologic complications. In this article, we present our technique for postless hip arthroscopy.