Using advanced MRI to understand hip problems in patients with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome
Official title: Quantitative magnetic resonance imaging in patients with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome
Funded at University of Utah · NIH-11012371 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at hip pain caused by femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) to find out how changes in hip cartilage and labrum can help doctors make better diagnoses and treatment choices for people like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project start | January 17, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $262,909 |
| NIH project number | 5R21AR083686-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11012371 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing hip pain associated with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with hip pain not related to femoroacetabular impingement syndrome may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS), a condition that causes hip pain and can lead to osteoarthritis. By utilizing quantitative magnetic resonance imaging (qMRI), the study aims to identify subtle changes in hip cartilage and labrum that may not be visible through standard imaging techniques. The approach involves analyzing the relationship between hip anatomy, biomechanics, and the structural integrity of cartilage and labrum. This could lead to improved diagnostic methods and better treatment decisions for patients suffering from FAIS.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnoses of hip conditions, ultimately improving treatment outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using advanced imaging techniques has shown promise in improving the understanding and treatment of hip-related conditions, suggesting that this approach could be beneficial.
Where this research is happening
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anderson, Andrew Edward — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Anderson, Andrew Edward
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.