5. Acetabular Protrusion

Acetabular protrusion refers to when the acetabular socket is so deep that the femoral head may protrude into the pelvis
This is a prearthritic condition
Epidemiology
- In adolescents and in elderly
- Women > men
Clinical features
- Hip pain
- Limited ROM
Diagnosis: x-ray
Treatment
- Arthroscopic or open joint surgery
- Total hip replacement