DESCRIPTION
The hip joint is prone to different problems throughout growth and development. This review will cover problems presenting already in infancy, how to best evaluate and advice for conservative co-management. There are specific risk factors for each of these problems which will aid in diagnosis.
• Evaluation of the infant for hip dysplasia
• Evaluation of the toddler for transient synovitis of the hip
• Evaluation of the child for Legg Calve Perthes
• Evaluation of the pre-adolescent/adolescent for SCFE
• Risk factors and diagnosis for these pathologies
• Treatment and management option