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Hip Impingement/ FAI

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Understanding Hip Impingement (FAI)

Hip pain can be frustrating, whether it’s something that’s recently started or something that’s been limiting you for a long time. Our physiotherapists are experienced in helping people restore comfortable movement and get back to doing what matters to them.

Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) is a condition where the shape of the hip joint is compromised due to overloading of the joint and overtime, can irritate structures within the joint, including the labrum and cartilage, contributing to pain and stiffness.

Because hip pain doesn’t always come from a single source, we take a detailed and structured approach to assessment. Using current evidence and clinical expertise, we determine whether your symptoms are driven by joint-related factors, muscular issues, or influences from other areas such as the spine.
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What You Can Expect From Us

Your first session is focused on understanding your problem in depth (Initial consultation)

This includes:
  • A detailed discussion about your symptoms, activity levels, and goals
  • Assessment of your movement patterns and hip function
  • Specific clinical tests to assess for signs of FAI
From there, we will:
  • Start appropriate treatment during the session
  • Explain our findings in a way that is easier to understand
  • Outline a clear plan for your recovery while keeping your expectations in mind
If helpful, we can provide video demonstrations of your exercises via email so you know exactly what to do between sessions.
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Treatments You Can Expect (if Appropriate)

Your rehabilitation will be tailored to you, but may include:
  • Education around modifying aggravating activities
  • Progressive strengthening of the hip and surrounding muscles
  • Movement retraining to improve control and reduce joint stress
  • Manual therapy to support pain reduction and mobility
  • Exercises to improve hip range where appropriate
  • Core and pelvic stability work
  • Gradual return to sport or higher-level activity
Research supports exercise-based rehab as the primary treatment for FAI

The Bigger Picture

Recovery doesn’t happen overnight, and it’s not supposed to.

Hip-related pain is becoming more common, particularly in active individuals. Addressing it early can make a significant difference in long-term outcomes.

If something doesn’t feel right, don’t leave it, get it checked and take the first step towards improving it.
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