Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) needs a staged plan that matches tissue healing, pain behavior, and progressive rehab loading in the hip.
Recovery phases
Acute support (0-5 days)
Goals: Reduce irritability in Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), Protect tissue quality and appetite, Build the next rehab step safely
Nutrition focus: Protein adequacy, Hydration, Weight management without under-eating, Collagen support before loading
Meal examples: Greek yogurt, berries, and oats / Rice bowl with fish or tofu / Bean stew with vegetables and olive oil
Repair and reload (5 days to 6 weeks)
Goals: Reduce irritability in Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), Protect tissue quality and appetite, Build the next rehab step safely
Nutrition focus: Protein adequacy, Hydration, Weight management without under-eating, Collagen support before loading
Meal examples: Greek yogurt, berries, and oats / Rice bowl with fish or tofu / Bean stew with vegetables and olive oil
Return phase (6+ weeks)
Goals: Progress loading tolerance for Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), Restore movement confidence and function, Prepare for return to work, sport, or daily activity
Nutrition focus: Protein adequacy, Hydration, Weight management without under-eating, Collagen support before loading
Meal examples: Greek yogurt, berries, and oats / Rice bowl with fish or tofu / Bean stew with vegetables and olive oil