By Zaneb Yaseen, MD
There is a common assumption that debilitating hip and groin pain is a problem exclusive to middle-aged adults and seniors. However, there is now growing recognition among coaches and trainers that hip and groin pain caused by femoroacetabular impingement can also affect young athletes. With proper diagnosis and treatment, these athletes can return to their sport of choice without pain and may even avoid or delay the onset of arthritis in their hips later in life.