Comparative analysis shows no increased incidence of cam or pincer morphology in soccer players versus non-athletes, suggesting similar hip structures.
Key Points
This study aims to compare the hip morphology of soccer players with non-athletes using MRI assessments.
Utilized magnetic resonance imaging to analyze hip morphology
Compared collodiaphyseal angle, acetabular anteversion, and femoral head coverage between groups
Divided participants into soccer players and non-athlete controls
No significant difference in incidence of cam morphology between soccer players and non-athletes
No significant difference in incidence of pincer morphology between the two groups
Partial variations in femoroacetabular morphology were noted, but not clinically relevant