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Help Your Hips Feel and Function Better — Without Surgery.

 

Retrain your hips and return to the activities you love.

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If you've been told you have FAI or hip impingement, you're in the right place. 

 

On this page, I’m going to:

• Share important insights to help you better understand your hips

• Break down research around hip structure and symptoms

• Show you how exercise and movement training can offer a proactive path forward 

Who am I? 

I’m Matt Hsu, and I started helping people address aches, pains, and movement limitations in 2007. I'm not a doctor.

I'm a movement specialist. 

My journey started in my twenties, when persistent hip, knee, shoulder, and wrist pain made everyday activity painfully frustrating.

After exploring a variety of traditional care options without lasting improvement, I began studying movement, strength, and biomechanics more seriously to better understand what my body needed.

That experience shaped the work I do today.

Through consistent training and experimentation, I was able to return to hiking, running, playing hockey, mountain biking, surfing, dancing, and being active with my family.

And I believe you can rebuild your own body too. 

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Results vary and are not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on many factors. Testimonials reflect individual experiences and opinions and do not constitute medical advice or claims of treatment.

Strengthen Your Mind Before You Strengthen Your Hips. 

 

If you’ve been told your bones are the problem, you’re only getting half the story.

Your anatomy isn’t your destiny.

Research shows that hip impingement (FAI) bone shapes and labral tears are common in people with zero pain even into old age. An X-ray or MRI is just a snapshot of your structure—it doesn’t predict how you feel or how well you move.

And surgery isn’t a "golden ticket." With success rates more mixed than many realize, the missing link is often function, not structure.

By shifting your focus from the shape of your bones to the strength and coordination of your muscles, you can reclaim your mobility and your life.

I don't expect you to take any of that on faith. Read on for more details and evidence to back it up. 

FAI Bone Shapes Don’t Consistently Predict Restriction, Arthritis, or Hip Pain

After imaging, you may be told you have cam, pincer, or mixed impingement morphology. And you may have heard this is definitively linked to labral tears, arthritis, movement restrictions, and hip pain.

But research findings paint a more complex picture.

Multiple studies have found limited or inconsistent correlations between these structural findings and hip pain, movement limitations, or the later development of arthritis.

Research has also shown these bone shapes to be highly prevalent in asymptomatic populations.

And many people have hip impingement bone shapes without ever experiencing hip mobility or pain problems -- even into old age! 

senior athlete stretching his hips

Labral Tears Don't Consistently Predict or Explain Pain Either 

Labral tears are frequently found on imaging, even in people without hip symptoms. In some studies, the majority of people with no hip problems have 'abnormalities,' which suggests labral tears in an MRI do not always explain hip pain or movement restriction.  

Why Hip Impingement Tests Can Be Misleading

Clinical “special tests” are commonly used to evaluate hip impingement and labral pathology, but research findings regarding their diagnostic accuracy are mixed.

Studies have found that these tests can have low specificity and relatively high false-positive rates. This means positive findings don’t always correlate with symptoms or structural pathology.

A large 2020 systematic review concluded: “Due to the low specificity of clinical tests, we would not recommend their use to confirm the diagnosis of FAI syndrome … there is too high uncertainty due to low-quality evidence and high risk of bias.”

Hip Injections Don't Seem to Predict Surgical Outcomes

Surgeons sometimes use anesthetic hip injections to determine whether symptoms are coming from inside the joint. The beIief is that if an injection reduces pain, surgery targeting that area may be beneficial.

However, research on this predictive relationship doesn't seem supportive. Multiple studies have found that pain relief from diagnostic injections did not consistently predict surgical outcomes.

hip injections to predict surgical outcomes may be unreliable

What the Research Actually Says About FAI Surgery Results  

This is the most important thing to know. Success rates are often presented as high, but research shows more mixed results when you look at patient satisfaction.

One early study reported disappointment rates as high as 56%.

A 2021 study examining patient satisfaction found fewer than half of patients were satisfied with their surgical outcomes.

A randomized controlled trial found surgical results were not significantly different from those achieved through conservative exercise-based care.

And surgery does not even guarantee you'll preserve hip cartilage. A randomized trial that measured MRI cartilage changes found more cartilage worsening in the arthroscopy group at 12 months versus the nonsurgical group.  

Here’s the uncomfortable summary…

 

  • Imaging findings (cam/pincer shapes and labral tears) are common — and don’t consistently predict pain.
  • Hip impingement tests can produce false positives at a high rate — meaning “positive” isn’t the same as “proof.”
  • Injections don't predict surgical success.
  • Surgical outcomes are highly variable and high numbers of patients do not have their expectations met. 

So Why Doesn't Conventional Physical Therapy Always Restore Full Hip Function?

Movement and exercise play a crucial role in hip comfort and function.

But many people with hip impingement finish physical therapy appointments feeling like something is still missing.

Often, the focus is on 'protecting the joint' rather than progressively rebuilding strength, mobility, and function around it.

Exercises may stay in limited ranges. Resistance for large muscles may stay very light (if there is any at all). And deeper stabilizing muscles — like the hip rotators — sometimes get zero targeted training.

Combined with short, limited appointments and standardized protocols that may not address a person's unique issues, it becomes easier to see why some people experience limited or temporary improvements.

Without fully restoring muscular function, hips may still feel limited — even after therapy ends. 

You can build strength, flexibility, and control, and get back to the activities you love. 

The Healthy Hips program gives you simple, practical workouts that safely build movement competence.

Rather than relying on generic routines, the focus is on unique, targeted training that promotes full range and function in your hips. 

For many people, developing strength and control around the joint can be an empowering alternative to explore before considering surgical paths.

And you can do it with no financial risk with a money-back guarantee.

FAI Diagnosis. Hip Labral Tear. Hip Cracking and Popping.

Doctors told him his only hope was surgery.  Then he tried Healthy Hips.  

"I decided to get the Healthy Hips program, and it just changed my life when I started it. It was crazy how healthy my hips felt after about two months."

 

Results vary and are not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on many factors. Testimonials reflect individual experiences and opinions and do not constitute medical advice or claims of treatment.

Evie

I am a practicing physical therapist, and I was diagnosed with FAI in my left hip in 2013. My MRI arthrogram showed a small posterior labral tear, but no arthritis. Two orthopedists told me that I should have surgery because I have retroverted hips with deep sockets and my acetabulum should be shaved down.

This made no sense to me whatsoever because my right hip is shaped the exact same way and I have no pain at all on the right!

Since I have not seen good outcomes with this surgery, I have opted to avoid it. I discovered Matt’s videos on YouTube and I was relieved to finally find a voice of reason amidst the hip arthroscopy craze.

I followed his recommendations and changed up my exercises and within just one week, I felt less pain than I have felt in two years!

I am running better and sleeping better and on a path to better living thanks to Matt.

Results vary and are not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on many factors. Testimonials reflect individual experiences and opinions and do not constitute medical advice or claims of treatment.

A Step Forward for Healthier Hips 

Healthy Hips is an evolution from the prior FAI Fix program — incorporating years of feedback, refinement, and expanded training strategies.

The testimonials below come from individuals who used the earlier FAI Fix framework that helped shape the updated Healthy Hips program.

 

Cortney

"My FAI experience began with lower back pain and weakness, and I was treated for that for six weeks with physical therapy...

That work was invaluable, because I had lost a great deal of core strength and stability along the way. After repeated setbacks, my therapist said this was likely rather a hip issue, and I had an X-ray followed by MRI arthrogram that revealed cam impingement and labral tear. I read those results before the follow-up with my surgeon and started researching.

I came across the FAI Fix and assumed it was a scam, looking forward to my next appointment with my surgeon.

At that appointment, he briefly discussed the controversy of surgery for FAI, and suggested that it be considered a last resort.

He wrote “The FAI Fix” on a piece of paper and handed it to me, saying it was a great source of information and would be worth a try. He pointed out that though there is a registration fee, the amount was pretty reasonable if the program could make a difference. What an understatement!

Over the past five months, the invoice totals from my physical therapy visits have been shocking. While there is some value in that process, it’s neither as empowering nor as effective as the The FAI Fix has been in just eight weeks.

This program was truly overwhelming in the beginning as I saw how many exercises there are, how time-intensive the work would be, and that I would have to rely on self-evaluation.

Those “challenges” have turned out to be the true blessings of this experience because sticking with it has been a lesson in patience and in what our bodies are capable of if we pay attention and learn what they need.

I’ve been so fortunate to meet a surgeon who supports and even promotes this approach and continues to meet with me WITHOUT scheduling surgery, and am grateful to your team for providing the tools I need.

While I’m still far from where I want to be physically, I now have very little daily pain and much less fear because I have an understanding of how my hip works, why I feel what I do with certain activities, and where to find guidance on what to do next as I continue to progress."

 

Richard, Chiropractor

I want to sincerely thank you for putting your FAI Fix program together as it has improved the quality of my life drastically. I hope my story inspires other people with hip pain to order your program and get started on the road to a better life...

As I began your program I immediately realized I had spent my money wisely. Although this work was not always comfortable, I began to have results from DAY 1. Soon after my first session I had a sensation in and around my right hip that I can only describe as “EXHILARATING”. It felt as though my hip was getting fresh oxygenated blood and/or nerve energy to it for the first time in a very long time. It really felt great!! I also had a sense of HOPE that I didn’t have previously.

I know that may sound funny, but I was becoming more and more discouraged because it seemed as though my right hip was literally interfering with my lifestyle...After a round of golf it would be extra sore for several days, squatting down to pick up something on the floor was challenging, and the list goes on...

Anyways, I hope my story inspires others to seriously consider your program as it is inherently simple yet incredibly powerful. Thanks for putting this program together. I truly appreciate it!

 

Results vary and are not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on many factors. Testimonials reflect individual experiences and opinions and do not constitute medical advice or claims of treatment.

What's in the Healthy Hips program? 

You get unparalleled practicality, instruction, and customization. 

  • Quick Start Follow Along program that gets your hips moving and improving from the first week
  • Detailed videos that deepen your understanding of anatomy and movement of the hip so you can keep your hips feeling free for life
  • Schedules and programs designed for YOU - Specific plans for stiff sedentary people, flexible people, and highly active athletes 
  • Advanced Custom Programming with functional tests and recommendations designed for your specific challenges
  • Straightforward, practical scheduling for people with real lives and jobs
 

You Get the Power of TWO PROGRAMS in One

 

I've included a simple QUICK START track as well as a CUSTOM track to help you make progress from day one to day 483.  

 

The Simplified Track 

Get a detailed monthly schedule with 6 Follow-Along Workouts and 3 Follow-Along Stretch Sessions. Practical time investments and minimal equipment required to get massive results for your hips! 

This is the perfect start for anyone just starting their journey out of hip pain. 

 

The Custom Track

I give you 8 functional tests to help you uncover your weak points...

PLUS...61 follow along workout videos with detailed instructions AND a simple but comprehensive schedule to unlock your hips logically and safely. 

You get follow along workouts to take you from beginner through advanced hip exercises. 

 

You get instant access to this powerful double program immediately after purchase! 

Learn In Your Language!

All videos are subtitled in multiple languages. I include instructions for an easy way to translate all the text in the program using Google Chrome so you can learn in the language you know best. 

Current Languages

  • Spanish
  • German
  • Hindi
  • Arabic
  • Chinese (simplified)
  • French
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Japanese
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60-Day Money-Back Guarantee

An online program is the most effective way for me to help as many people as possible in a cost-efficient way.

I’ve put a tremendous amount of effort into making this program practical, educational, and actionable — but no online program can be a perfect fit for every person’s learning style, goals, or circumstances.

So when you enroll in the Healthy Hips Program, you’re automatically covered by a 60-day money-back guarantee.

If you’re not completely satisfied with your experience, simply contact our customer support team for a full and prompt refund. You can do this easily from within the course.

If the program doesn’t feel like the right fit for you, I don’t want you to feel stuck — I want you to feel supported in finding the approach that works best for your needs.

Rebuild Your Hips at Home

Build strength, flexibility, and movement confidence — on your schedule.

  • Train at home, at your own pace
  • Minimize the time and cost of frequent appointments
  • No gimmicky or proprietary equipment
  • Clear video instruction and step-by-step guidance
  • No ongoing subscription fees
  • Instant access after purchase 
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Jeremy

 

Your program has helped me so much. I believe the vast majority of FAI patients should probably be doing your program instead of the doctor-prescribed treatments for FAI syndrome.

This experience has blown my mind, because I grew up believing I should always trust my doctor. Perhaps financial incentives are to blame for why so many orthopedic doctors prescribe surgery for so many patients who simply need to work on their soft tissues in order to heal.

Results vary and are not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on many factors. Testimonials reflect individual experiences and opinions and do not constitute medical advice or claims of treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions About Healthy Hips and Hip Impingement

Laura

Thanks SO much! The Healthy Hips program is helping tremendously, even after just one week.

Four months ago I could barely walk - started with nagging lower back pain, then intense knee pain, then pain from my hip to my knees to my ankle. Then intense pain in my groin when squatting, bending over or going to sit down. I was in tears and screaming in pain every day. Felt like I was walking on a broken leg.

I made appointments with knee specialists, spine specialists and hip specialists in Durango, CO - but ended up cancelling all of the appointments due to snow storms.

Glad I didn't waste time with those appointments. I can't believe the progress I've made in just one week!

I wish I would have found your site 4 months ago - I could have been able to ski this winter instead of limping around the house. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Results vary and are not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on many factors. Testimonials reflect individual experiences and opinions and do not constitute medical advice or claims of treatment.

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This program provides fitness and movement education only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or manage any medical condition, and no content should be interpreted as medical advice. The program is not a substitute for individualized medical care from a qualified healthcare professional.

Results vary and are not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on many factors. Testimonials reflect individual experiences and opinions and do not constitute medical advice or claims of treatment.