ABSTRACT
Problems in the hip joint in adolescence and young adulthood follow congenital dysplasia or dislocation, Perthes’ disease, slipped upper femoral epiphysis or infection (including tuberculosis). Avascular necrosis and post-traumatic arthritis may occur at any age. Patients complain of pain, stiffness and a limp. Occasionally they complain of locking and of the hip giving way.
