Hip

Question 1

Malalignment of femoral head within acetabulum

With no treatment, arthritis can develop early (no treatment can completely prevent it)

Answer 1

Congenital Hip Dysplasia

Develops during last trimester in utero; cultural predisposition, malposition in utero, genetics

Question 2

Degeneration of femoral head

Best outcome is for children 6yrs and under, otherwise, they have a higher risk of developing osteoarthritis

Answer 2

Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Caused by disturbance in blood supply

Question 3

Femoral head slips posteriorly in acetabulum

Without treatment, bone tissue may die, and it can lead to other disorders (such as OA)

Answer 3

Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis

Caused by a weak growth plate

Question 4

Neuromuscular disorder cause pain, tingling, or numbness in the buttocks and along the leg

Treatment can effectively alleviate the problem

Answer 4

Piriformis Syndrome

Compression of the sciatic by the piriformis muscle

Question 5

Inflammation of the bursa, near the greater trochanter

If treatments are not effective, surgery is usually required

Answer 5

Trochanteric bursitis

Caused by injury, over use, or incorrect posture