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The snapping hip

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Location: http://www.jbjs.org.uk/cgi/reprint/73-B/2/253

Description: We describe a new method of Z-plasty for the snapping hip caused by a tight band in the iliotibial tract. Eight hips in six patients were treated by this method and at follow-up all had a successful result, with relief of snapping.
The snapping hip. Treatment by Z-plasty. Brignall CG, Stainsby GD. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 1991 Mar;73(2):253-4.

Type: Reference Material
Author/Contact: Brignall & Stainsby
Institution: JBJS B
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Language: English

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