The Antiquity of the Cam Deformity: A Comparison of Proximal Femoral Morphology Between Early and Modern Humans
Conclusions and Clinical Relevance:
It appears that the cam deformity was nonexistent among ancient humans and is perhaps predominantly a product of modern-day stresses. Further clinical investigation into behavioral modifications in adolescence is warranted to potentially prevent the development of deformity and impingement.
Source: The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Moats, A. R., Badrinath, R., Spurlock, L. B., Cooperman, D. Tags: Hip, Sports Medicine Scientific Articles Source Type: research