Table 1.

Suggested Indications for LT Reconstruction

Patient with a complete or nearly complete (insufficient) LT tear; either traumatic or atraumatic rupture in origin

Diagnosis of hip instability after a thorough medical history and physical examination; any other correctable cause of hip instability should be ruled out

Failure of previous physical therapy or activity modification

Failure of previous surgical treatment (i.e., partial LT debridement and capsular tightening)