Journal of Surgery

Peripheral Nerve Blocks in Hip Arthroscopy

Abstract

Collin LaPorte, Michael Rahl and Travis J. Menge*

Hip arthroscopy is a rapidly growing field due to its significant diagnostic and therapeutic value in the management of numerous hip disorders. Adequate control of postoperative pain in patients undergoing hip arthroscopy continues to be a challenging and evolving area in orthopedics. In the absence of standardized protocols for pain management in these patients, a variety of different approaches have been utilized in an effort to find a regimen that is effective at reducing postoperative pain, narcotic consumption, and cost to the patient and healthcare system. We present a comprehensive review of the current literature regarding the utilization of peripheral nerve blocks for pain management in patients undergoing hip arthroscopy.