OA of the Hip Flashcards
1
Q
define
A
this is a degenerative disease of synovial joint with progressive loss of articular cartilage
2
Q
what can inflammation lead to?
A
capsule thickening
3
Q
presentation
A
groin pain, worse on activity
pain at night
stiff on testing ROM
4
Q
diagnosis
A
radiographs show LOSS
5
Q
management
A
analgesia weight loss walking aids physiotherapy if weakness identified steroid injections THR (indicated for pain management)
