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: Tags: Hip, Sports Medicine Scientific Articles Source Type: research