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Perthes disease: limping, hip assessment and follow-up
Three illustrated steps on limping and referred pain, hip assessment and individual care in Perthes disease, without simulated X-rays.
Limping may reflect a hip problem
Perthes disease can cause limping with hip, thigh or knee pain. Sometimes pain is not obvious.
Clarify the cause
A persistent limp needs assessment. The clinician examines the hip and decides which imaging is needed.
An individual care plan
Follow-up, activity and treatment depend on age, movement and hip involvement. Less pain does not mean complete healing.
Illustrations and general information for families. They do not replace an individual medical assessment or instructions from the treating team.
Dr Daniele Priano — Paediatric orthopaedics
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