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Pain from cam impingement getting worse despite physio. now very severe pain. should i be considering surgery?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Potentially: Would certainly discuss with your surgeon, but if you have not progressed with therapy it does become more of a consideration.

Answered 6/15/2017

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