Hardinge direct lateral transgluteal approach. A, Lazy-J lateral skin incision. B, Tensor fasciae latae retracted anteriorly, and gluteus maximus is retracted posteriorly. Incision through gluteus medius tendon is outlined. Posterior half is left attached to greater trochanter. C, Anterior joint capsule is exposed. (Modified from Hardinge K: The direct lateral approach to the hip, J Bone Joint Surg 64B:17, 1982.) SEE TECHNIQUE 1.70.