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Articular Cartilage Injury

Articular cartilage injuries can occur as a result of either traumatic mechanical destruction or progressive mechanical degeneration (wear and tear).

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Bursitis

Bursitis happens when one or more bursae become irritated and swollen, usually through overuse or injury.

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Femoral Anteversion

Femoral anteversion is an inward twisting of the thigh bone (femur).

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Hip Dysplasia

Hip dysplasia occurs when the hip joint has not developed properly and the socket (acetabulum) is too shallow.

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Hip Fracture

A hip fracture is a partial or complete break in any of the three bones of the pelvis that make up the hip.

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Hip Impingement

Hip impingement is a common cause of hip pain caused by abnormal bone development in the hip joint.

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Hip Labral Tear

A hip labral tear is a tear in the rubbery tissue that normally cushions and supports the edge of the hip joint.

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Hip Pain

Hip pain in teens and young adults is often a sign of an underlying problem.

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Iliotibial Band Syndrome

Iliotibial band syndrome is a common cause of knee and hip pain.

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Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Legg-Calve-Perthes disease (aka Perthes disease) happens when the ball-shaped head of the thighbone temporarily loses its blood supply.

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Treatment

Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO)

PAO is a surgical procedure for hip dysplasia that preserves the hip joint.

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Condition

Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is one of the most common developmental conditions of the hip joint.

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Treatment

Total Hip Replacement in Adolescents

Total hip replacement may be an option for adolescents with severe hip disease and pain not suitable to conservative treatments.

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Condition

Walking (Gait) Abnormalities

A gait abnormality is an unusual walking pattern.

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