Double Board-Certified Surgeon
Fellowship-Trained in Orthopaedics
Serving Huntingdon Valley, PA & Nearby Areas
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FAI Hip Surgery in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania

Dr. Mark Ayzenberg at Iron Mountain Orthopaedic Institute specializes in FAI hip surgery in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania, correcting bone impingement so patients can move without pain. Femoroacetabular impingement happens when the bones of the hip joint don't fit together the way they should, causing friction and damage with every step. If your hip has been slowing you down, Dr. Ayzenberg has the orthopedic surgeon background to diagnose the problem accurately and get you back to full function.

Why Choose Us for FAI Hip Surgery

Dr. Ayzenberg takes a direct approach to FAI. Before recommending surgery, he reviews your imaging, listens to how your hip actually feels day to day, and rules out conservative options first. When surgery is the right call, he performs it with the precision that comes from years of focused orthopedic practice in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania. Patients aren't handed off to a rotating team. You work directly with Dr. Ayzenberg from your first visit through recovery.

Iron Mountain Orthopaedic Institute also offers regenerative treatments like PRP therapy for patients who aren't ready for surgery or who want to support their recovery afterward. That means you have more options than a simple yes-or-no surgical decision. Dr. Ayzenberg will lay out what each path looks like so you can make the choice that fits your life.

How We Work

Your first appointment starts with a full assessment, including a physical exam and a review of any imaging you've had done. If FAI is confirmed, Dr. Ayzenberg walks you through exactly what's happening in the joint and what surgery corrects. The procedure reshapes the bone to remove the impingement and, if cartilage has been damaged, addresses that at the same time. Recovery is structured and supervised, with a clear plan for returning to the activities you care about.

FAI Hip Surgery in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania

Patients across Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania tend to stay active year-round, from walking the trails at Lorimer Park in warmer months to staying on their feet through Pennsylvania winters. Hip pain doesn't pause for the season, and neither does the work of fixing it. Dr. Ayzenberg sees patients from throughout Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania and understands that getting back to daily life quickly matters. Whether you're managing a commute, chasing kids, or trying to stay active into your later years, the goal is the same: a hip that works the way it should.

What Is Hip Impingement and When Does It Need Surgery?

FAI, or femoroacetabular impingement, happens when extra bone growth on the femoral head, the socket, or both causes the bones to grind during movement. Some people manage it with physical therapy and activity modification for a while. But when pain is persistent, range of motion keeps shrinking, or imaging shows cartilage damage starting, surgery becomes the better option. Waiting too long can mean more cartilage loss and a harder recovery.

Dr. Ayzenberg uses arthroscopic technique for most FAI cases, which means smaller incisions, less trauma to the surrounding tissue, and a faster return to normal activity compared to open surgery. If you've been told you have hip impingement and you're not sure what to do next, a consultation with a board-eligible orthopedic surgeon in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania is the right first step.

Common Questions

How do I know if I need FAI hip surgery?
Most patients who need FAI surgery have hip pain that hasn't responded to physical therapy, rest, or anti-inflammatory treatment. Imaging like an MRI or CT scan usually shows the bone abnormality and any cartilage damage. Dr. Ayzenberg reviews all of this with you and gives you a straight answer on whether surgery makes sense or whether another approach is worth trying first.
Is FAI surgery done as an outpatient procedure?
Yes, in most cases FAI hip surgery at Iron Mountain Orthopaedic Institute is done arthroscopically on an outpatient basis. You go home the same day. Dr. Ayzenberg will give you a detailed recovery plan before your procedure so you know exactly what to expect in the weeks that follow.
How long is recovery after FAI hip surgery?
Most patients are on crutches for four to six weeks while the hip heals. Physical therapy starts early to rebuild strength and mobility. Full return to sports or high-impact activity typically takes four to six months, though many patients feel significantly better well before that point.

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