Arthroscopic iliopsoas release following hip arthroplasty surgery: a successful procedure but beware of instability!

The majority of patients with persistent iliopsoas tendinitis following hip arthroplasty had significant improvement in symptoms with arthroscopic iliopsoas release. However, the series highlights the potential for postoperative instability and we would advise caution with regards to excessive capsular resection, as well as caution with postoperative physiotherapy in the immediate postoperative period.