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Legg Calve Perthes Disease
Synonyms– Perthes Disease
– Osteochondritis Deformans Juvenilis
– Childhood Aseptic Necrosis of Femoral Head
Dr. P. Ratan khuman (PT)M.P.T., (Ortho & Sports)
Definition¨ Perthes’ disease is a self-limiting form
of osteochondrosis of the capital femoral epiphysis of unknown aetiology that develops in children commonly between the ages of 5 – 12 years.
¨ It is a condition of immature hip caused by necrosis of the femoral epiphysis; the femoral head subsequently deforms as necrotic bone is replaced by living bone.
¨ It is Hip disease occurring during early childhood and caused by impaired circulation in the femoral head.
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Historical background¨ The disease was described almost
simultaneously, in 1910, by –– G. C. Perthes in Germany, – J. Calve in France – A.T. Legg in America. – Hence name – “Legg Calve Perthes
Disease” ¨ The newly discovered x-ray technique
allowed doctors to differentiate it from inflammatory forms of hip disease.
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Etiological Factors that play a role in
development of illness¨ Vascular supply¨ Increased intra-articular pressure¨ Intraosseous pressure¨ Coagulation disorder¨ Growth hormones¨ Growth¨ Social conditions¨ Genetic factors
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¨ Vascular supply: – Angiograms & laser Doppler flow
measurements • Medial circumflex artery is missing or
obliterated in many cases • Obturator artery or the lateral
epiphyseal artery are also affected in some cases.
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¨ Increased intra-articular pressure: – Animal experiments have shown that
an ischemia similar to that in Perthes disease can be generated by increasing the intra-articular pressure.
– However, the condition of transient synovitis of the hip does not appear to be a precursor stage of Perthes disease as the increased pressure resulting from the effusion in transient synovitis does not lead to vessel closure.
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¨ Intraosseous pressure: – The measurement of intraosseous
pressure in Perthes patients has shown that the venous drainage in the femoral head is impaired, causing an increase in intraosseous pressure.
– In animal studies, the intraosseous injection of fluid, and the associated increase in pressure, produced a condition similar to Perthes disease
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¨ Coagulation disorder : – Study have found a coagulation
disorder in 75% children with Perthes disease.
– In most cases the disorder was thrombophilia.
– Rarely the disorder involved elevated serum levels of lipoprotein, a thrombogenic substance.
– Recent studies have questioned the significance of clotting factors as an etiological component
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¨ Growth hormones : – While earlier studies found reduced
levels of the growth hormone.– Recent studies have not shown any
difference from control groups in respect of hormone status
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¨ Growth: – Children with Perthes disease are
shorter, on average, than their peers of the same age & show a retarded skeletal age (cartilaginous dysplasia).
– The maturation disorder occurs between the ages of 3 and 5 years.
– Both the trunk and extremities lag behind in terms of growth.
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¨ Growth cont…– The shortening of the extremities is
also accompanied by small feet.– Since this shortening is offset by
excessive growth at a later age, patients who suffered from Perthes disease as children are no shorter, as adults, than the population average.
– More recent experimental studies have shown that the metaphyseal changes are based on a growth disorder.April 11, 2023 Dr.Ratan M.P.T.,(Ortho & Sports) 11
¨ Social conditions: – Studies in the UK have shown that
Perthes disease is more common in the lower social status.
– The authors suggest a poorer diet during pregnancy as one possible explanation for this phenomenon.
– A recent study did not confirm this theory
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¨ Genetic factors: – Studies have shown that first degree
relatives of children with Perthes disease are 35 times more likely to suffer from the condition than the normal population.
– Even second- and third-degree relatives show a fourfold increased risk.
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¨ To sum up –– Genetic factors play an important
role in the etiology of Perthes disease.
– The illness develops as a result of impaired circulation in the medial circumflex artery in association with a skeletal maturation disorder with delayed growth in children aged from 3–5 years.
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Occurrence
¨ In white population is 10.8 per 1,00,000 children & adolescents aged from 0–15 year
¨ In Asians is 3.8 per 1,00,000 ¨ In Mixed-race populations is 1.7
per 1,00,000¨ In Blacks is 0.45 per 1,00,000¨ The highest reported incidence
was in city of Liverpool (UK) early 1980’s, with 15.6 per 1,00,000 individuals under 15 years of age.
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¨ A decline was subsequently observed in the 1990’s – possibly as a result of the improved social conditions.
¨ Similarly high incidence 15.4 per 1,00,000 was recently reported in a rural area of Southwest Scotland.
¨ In Sweden an annual incidence of 8.6 per 100,000 people under 15 yrs was Determined.
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Epidemiology
¨ Disorder of hip in young children¨ Usually ages 4-8yr¨ As early as 2yr, as late as teenager ¨ Boys: Girls – 4/5:1¨ Bilateral – 10-12%¨ No evidence of inheritance
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Classification
¨ All known classifications of Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease are based on the morphological findings on x-rays.
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Morphological classifications of the extent of the lesion¨ Classification according to
Catterall (Common)¨ Classification according to Salter &
Thompson¨ Classification according to Herring
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Classification of extent of lesion - (Acc to Catterall)
Grade Characteristics
I Only anterolateral quadrant affected
II Anterior third or half of the femoral head
III
Up to 3/4 of the femoral head affected, only the most dorsal section is intact
IV Whole femoral head affected
Grade – I
¨ Only anterolateral quadrant affected
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Grade - II
¨ Anterior third or half of the femoral head
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Grade – III
¨ Up to 3/4 of the femoral head affected,
¨ only the most dorsal section is intact
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Grade – IV
¨ Whole femoral head affected
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Classification according to Salter & Thompson
Group
Characteristics
ASubchondral # involving <50% of the femoral dome
BSubchondral # involving >50% of the femoral dome
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¨ 8-year old boy with subchondral fracture and incipient Legg-Calve- Perthes disease
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Classification according to HerringGroup
Characteristics
A Lateral pillar not affected
B >50% of height of lateral pillar preserved
C <50% of height of lateral pillar preserved
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Classification according to Herring
“A”Lateral pillar not
affected
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Classification according to Herring
“B”>50% of height of
lateral pillar preserved
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Classification according to Herring
“C”<50% of height of
lateral pillar preserved
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Deformation of the femoral head¨ Children femoral head becomes
deformed during revascularization of the epiphysis.
¨ There is evidence to suggest that irreversible deformation occurs either in the latter part of the stage of fragmentation or very early in the stage of regeneration.
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¨ Enlargement of the femoral head –– The femoral head becomes enlarged
as the disease progresses. – The extent of enlargement is
proportional to the degree of its deformation.
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¨ Capital physeal growth impairment –– The avascularity of the epiphysis
impairs normal growth at the capital femoral physis and, as a result of this, in some older children the femoral neck is foreshortened.
– The trochanter continues to grow normally and as a consequence the GT outgrows the femoral head and neck.
– This results in altered mechanics of the hip and a Trendelenburg gait.
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¨ Secondary degenerative arthritis of the hip –– All 3 morphological changes in the
proximal femur listed above can contribute independently or collectively to the development of secondary degenerative arthritis.
– However, the most important factor that predisposes to the development of degenerative arthritis is deformation of the shape of the femoral head.April 11, 2023 Dr.Ratan M.P.T.,(Ortho & Sports) 34
Stages of Perthe’s Disease (Waldenström Staging)
1. Avascular stage2. Fragmentation stage3. Re-ossification stage4. Healed stage
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Stage and Characteristics
¨ Avascular stage. – The femoral head
appears slightly flattened & denser than normal on the x-ray.
– The joint space is widened (Waldenström sign).
– Lateralisation of the femoral head.
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Stage and Characteristics cont…¨ Stage of resorption
(Fragmentation)- Femoral head breaks
up into fragments- Lucent areas appear in
the femoral head- Increased density
resolves- Acetabular contour is
more irregular
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Stage and Characteristics cont…¨ Stage of Re-
ossification– The femoral head is
rebuilt– New bone formation
occurs in the femoral head
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Stage and Characteristics cont…¨ Healing stage
– End stage with or without defect healing (normal hip, coxa magna, flattened head etc.)
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CLINICAL FEATURES
¨ EARLY (Necrosis, Fragmentation) –– Synovitis – There is pain & limp of insidious
onset.– Pain usually in groin, radiating to
thigh or knee.– Limp is typically antalgic gait.
¨ LATE (Re-ossification – Remodeling) –– There is limp (antalgic, short-leg or
stiff hip).– Pain is mild and usually in the hip
area.
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Stages of radiological changes in Perthe's
disease:¨ Early Stage –– Joint space widening (waldenstrom's sign)– Increased density of femoral epiphysis– Subchondral fracture, or “crescent sign,”
seen on lateral radiograph¨ Mid Stage –
– Fragmentation and flattening of head (Coxa magna)
– Widening of the physis (waldenstrom's sign)
– Femoral neck cysts– Extrusion of the femoral head
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Stages of radiological changes in Perthe's
disease: cont…¨ Late Stage– Coxa magna High-riding trochanter Flattened femoral head Irregular articular surface
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Physical Therapy Assessment &
Diagnosis
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Clinical Assessment¨ A thorough history and examination be
completed to establish an impairment based physical therapy diagnosis and individualized plan of care (APTA).
¨ It is recommended initial evaluation, on a monthly basis or sooner if the pt demonstrates a change in status, and at discharge: – Pain and symptoms – Lower extremity PROM & AROM – Lower extremity strength – Gait – Balance – Outcome measures
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Pain and symptoms
¨ It is recommended to assessed using –– Oucher pain scale– Numerical Rating Scale (NRS)
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Lower Limb PROM & AROM¨ Fluid filled or linear goniometer is
recommended to measure ROM. ¨ Hip motions to assess include –
– Hip flexion, abduction, extension, internal rotation, external rotation.
¨ The knee & ankle ROM be assessed at the initial evaluation and thereafter if they are significantly limited.
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Lower Extremity Strength
¨ Quantitative muscle testing is recommended using a hand held dynamometer due to its high intra- & inter-rater reliability.
¨ MMT also can be used but less reliable.
¨ Muscle groups to assess include –– Hip – Flexors, Abductors, Extensors,
Internal Rotators, External Rotators– Knee – Extensors, Flexors, – Any Other Muscle Group that is
Significantly Limited
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Gait
¨ Qualitatively gait assessment is recommended for common LCP deviations. – Note 1: Based on limited
accessibility and feasibility, the gold standard for gait analysis of 3-D gait kinematics and kinetics is not recommended to be used in the clinic.
– Note 2: There is insufficient evidence & lack of reliability & validity to support use of observational gait assessment tools with this population.
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Gait cont…
¨ Commonly observed gait characteristics in LCP include, but are not limited to: – Increased hip adduction on stance
leg– Trunk lean outside the normal range– Trendelenburg (hip drop on
unaffected limb while in swing)– Compensated trendelenburg/reverse
trendelenburg/duchenne (trunk lean to the affected side while in stance on the affected limb)
– Toe in or toe out
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Balance
¨ Balance be assessed on weight bearing status.
¨ The desired outcome is that the patient maintain balance for age appropriate times for safe ambulation and stair negotiation. – Note: In pts 7 y or older, balance is
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Outcome measure scores
¨ The age appropriate Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory Version 4.0 is recommended.
¨ Physical Functioning section is administered at the initial evaluation, on a monthly basis for reassessment of patient’s reported functional status, and at discharge.
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Imaging – Radiographic Feature¨ Widening of the joint space and minor
subluxation¨ Sclerosis¨ Fragmentation and focal resorption¨ Loss of height¨ Metaphyseal cyst formation¨ Widening of the femoral neck & head
(Coxa Magna)¨ Lateral uncovering of the femoral head¨ Sagging rope sign¨ Acetabular remodelling
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Frog-lateral View Of The Hips
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Caffey’s sign¨ As the disease
progresses, a subchondral # may occur in the anterolateral aspect of the femoral capital epiphysis.
¨ Is an early radiographic feature best seen on the frog-lateral projection.
¨ This produces a crescentic radiolucency known as the crescent, Salter’s or Caffey’s sign
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Fragmentation of the femoral capital epiphysis
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Sclerosis of epiphysis & widening of joint space in the early stages
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Metaphyseal cyst formation within the
femoral neck
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‘Sagging Rope Sign’
¨ This a curvilinear sclerotic line running horizontally across the femoral neck.
¨ It is confirmed by 3D CT studies.
¨ It is a finding in AP radiograph in a mature hip with Perthes’ disease.
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Ultrasound features
¨ Effusion, especially if persistent¨ Synovial thickening¨ Cartilaginous thickening¨ Atrophy of the ipsilateral quadriceps
muscle¨ Flattening, fragmentation,
irregularity of the femoral head¨ New bone formation¨ Revascularisation with contrast
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Differential Diagnosis
¨ It is important to rule out infectious etiology (septic arthritis, toxic synovitis)
¨ Others:– Chondrolysis -Neoplasm– JRA -Sickle Cell– Osteomyelitis -Traumatic AVN– Lymphoma -Medication
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Differential Diagnosis ¨ D/D unilateral
Perthes’ disease:– Transient
synovitis– Septic arthritis– Sickle cell disease
¨ D/D bilateral Perthes’ disease:– Hypothyroidism– Multiple
epiphyseal dysplasia
– Sickle cell disease
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Diagnosis
¨ Children with Perthes disease limp and complain of mild to moderate hip pain.
¨ This situation can persist for several weeks.
¨ Clinical examination usually reveals a slight stiff, protective limp.
¨ The ROM of the affected hip is usually restricted, in particular with reduced abduction and internal rotation.
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Classification of Phases of Rehab¨ It is recommended that the Classification
Instrument in Perthes (CLIPer) be used to place the patient into a rehabilitation classification phase upon examination.
¨ The patient should be re-examined using the CLIPer on a monthly basis to determine the appropriate progression through the rehab classification stages
¨ It is recommended the patient is referred back to the orthopaedic surgeon if the patient’s status worsens over two consecutive PT sessions
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Classification Instrument in Perthes (CLIPer)
Domains
DescriptionScor
e
Pain with ADL
7 to10/10 44 to 6/10 20 to 3/10 0
Hip ROM
Less than 50% of uninvolved side for the majority of directions
6
50 to 75% of uninvolved side for the majority of directions
3
76 to 100% of uninvolved side for the majority of directions
0
Hip Strength
Less than 50% of uninvolved side for the majority of muscle groups
6
50 to 75% of uninvolved side for the majority of muscle groups
3
76 to 100% of uninvolved side for the majority of muscle groups
0
Balance
Pediatric balance score less than 50% of best score (best score=56) OR SLS with eyes open less than 50% of time on uninvolved side
4
Pediatric balance score 50 to 75% of best score (best score=56) OR SLS with EO of uninvolved side 50 to 75% length of time
2
Pediatric balance score 76 to 100% of best score (best score=56) OR SLS with EO 76 to 100% of uninvolved side
0
Gait
NWB and uses an assistive device and without AD, displays excessive gait deficits with decreased efficiency
4
No assistive device & displays excessive deficits without a decrease in efficiency. Uses step to pattern on stairs
2
Non-painful limp Able to perform reciprocal pattern on stairs
0
Total:
Rehabilitation Classification Phase¨ Score total 14 to 24: Severe
Involvement¨ Score total 6 to 13: Moderate
Involvement¨ Score total 0 to 5: Mild
Involvement
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Instructions for use
¨ Upon examination, assess pain with ADL’s, hip range of motion, hip strength, balance, and gait.
¨ Assign a correlating score for each domain of assessment based on examination results and total the sum.
¨ Place the patient in a rehabilitation classification phase based on the total score to guide physical therapy treatment.
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Physical Therapy Management¨ Supervised PT with a customized
written home ex program in all phases of rehab.
¨ It is recommended that the PT engage in ongoing communication with the patient, family, and referring physician regarding the disease process & plan of care.
¨ It is recommended to progress through the phases of rehabilitation follow a goal based rather than a time based progression.
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Phases of Rehabilitation ¨ Severe Involvement Phase (CLIPer
score 14 to 24) ¨ Moderate Involvement Phase (CLIPer
score 6 to 13) ¨ Mild Involvement Phase (CLIPer score
0 to 5)
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Goals for Management CLIPer score 14
to 24 CLIPer score 6 to 13
CLIPer score 0
to 5 • Reduce pain to <
7/10 • Increase ROM to
>50% of the uninvolved side • Increase strength
to >50% of the uninvolved side • Patient to be
independent with the appropriate assistive device and weight bearing precautions • Improve balance
to >50% of the maximum Pediatric Balance Scale score or single limb stance of the uninvolved side.
• Reduce pain to < 4/10 • Increase ROM to > 75%
of the uninvolved side • Increase strength to >
75% of the uninvolved side • Progress from use of an
assistive device if approved by physician and without adverse effects • Independence with a
step to pattern on stairs without UE support • Improved efficiency in
walking • Improved balance to >
75% of the maximum Pediatric Balance Scale score or single limb stance of the uninvolved side
• Reduce pain to 1/10 or less • Increase ROM to
>90% of the uninvolved side • Increase strength
to > 90% of the uninvolved side • Improve balance
to >90% of the maximum Pediatric Balance Scale score or single limb stance of the uninvolved side • Ambulation with a
non-painful limp with normal efficiency
Pain Management
CLIPer score
14 to 24
•Hot pack with stretching • Cryotherapy •Medications as prescribed by the referring physician for pain
CLIPer score
6 to 13
•Hot pack with stretching • Cryotherapy •Medications as prescribed by the referring physician for pain
CLIPer score 0 to 5
•Hot pack with stretching • Cryotherapy •Medications as prescribed by the referring physician for pain
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ROM Management
CLIPer score 14 to 24
• Static stretch for LE musculature with or without hot pack•Dynamic ROM & AAROM if muscle guarding due to pain and is unable to achieve end ROM with static stretch. • Perform AROM and AAROM following passive stretching to maintain newly gained ROM . • Stretching for hip – IR, ER, Abd, Extensor, & any other lower extremity motion that is significantly limited
CLIPer score 6 to 13
• Same as above •Dosage of may differ based on patient preference & comfort.
CLIPer score 0 to 5
• Same as above •Dosage of may differ based on patient preference & comfort.
ROM cont…
¨ Static Stretching Parameters –– 2 minutes of stretching/day/muscle
group– 30 second hold time– 4 repetitions per muscle group– If not tolerated, may do 10 to 30
second hold time with repetitions adjusted to meet 2 minute requirement • e.g. if holding 15 seconds, would do 8
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ROM cont…
¨ Dynamic Stretch Parameters –– 5 second hold– 24 repetitions per muscle group per
day to meet 2 minute stretching time required
¨ Done if patient does not tolerate static stretch
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Strengthening Ex (CLIPer score 14 to 24)
¨ Isometric Ex -> Isotonic Ex in gravity lessened -> Isotonic Ex against gravity.
¨ It is appropriate to include concentric and eccentric contractions.
¨ Begin with 2 sets of 10 to 15 rep of each ex, progression to 3 sets of each exs. – Note: If the patient is unable to
perform 2 sets of 10 rep, the difficulty of the ex is to be decreased either through weight or type of ex.
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Strengthening Ex (CLIPer score 14 to 24)
¨ Focus on strengthening of HIP (Abd + Flexors + ER + IR + Extensors + or any other LE muscle group that displays significant strength deficits).
¨ Special attention to gluteus medius to min intra-articular pain & for pelvic control during single leg activities and ambulation .
¨ Weight bearing Vs Non-weight bearing ex is based on patient’s tolerance to weight bearing positions, and safety.
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Strengthening Ex (CLIPer score 14 to 24)
¨ Closed chain double limb exercises with light resistance (less than full body weight)
¨ It is not recommended to perform single limb closed chain ex on the involved side due to increased intra-articular pressure in the hip joint.
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Strengthening Ex (CLIPer score 6 to 13)
¨ Isotonic Ex in gravity lessened -> Isotonic Ex against gravity.
¨ Include concentric & eccentric contractions.
¨ Weight bearing and non-weight bearing activities can be used in combination based on the patient’s ability and goals of the treatment session.
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Strengthening Ex (CLIPer score 6 to 13)
¨ Upper extremity supported functional dynamic single limb activities may be performed.– e.g. step ups, side steps
¨ Double limb closed chain ex may be used with light resistance if weight bearing allows. – e.g. mini-squats
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Strengthening Ex (CLIPer score 0 to 5)¨ Isotonic Ex in gravity lessened ->
Isotonic Ex against gravity. ¨ Include concentric & eccentric
contractions. ¨ Functional dynamic single limb
activities with UE support as needed for patient safety may be performed.– e.g. step ups, sidesteps
¨ Closed kinetic chain single limb exercises with light resistance may be performed. – E.g. leg press
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Strengthening Ex Prescription ¨ Special attention should be given
to: – Hip abductors (especially gluteus
medius) – Hip internal rotators – Hip external rotators – Hip flexors – Hip extensors
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Isometric Strengthening
¨ Parameters –– 10 sec hold + 10 rep/muscle gr, total
= 100 sec. – Can adjust hold time to 5 sec + 20
rep to meet 100 sec requirement ¨ Intensity –
– Performed at approx. 75% maximal contraction
¨ Performed with hip in neutral position
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Isotonic Strengthening
¨ Parameters –– High repetitions (10 to 15 reps) and 2
to 3 sets – Perform both concentric & eccentric
contraction– Low resistance
• Rest 1 to 3 minutes between sets • Rest can include exercise of a different
muscle group or cessation of activity ¨ If pt is unable to perform 2 sets of 10
rep, exercise intensity should be decreased either through weight or type of exercise
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Balance training (CLIPer score 14 – 24)
¨ If weight bearing status & symptoms allow –– Activities that include double limb
stance and a narrowed base of support on stable surfaces may be performed.
¨ It is not recommended to perform single limb activities due to increased intra-articular pressure in the hip joint.
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Balance training (CLIPer score 6 – 13 & 0 – 5)
¨ Same as previous stage¨ Limit prolonged single limb
activities due to excessive joint compressive forces
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Gait training (CLIPer Score 14 – 24)
¨ Follow the referring physician’s guidelines for weight bearing status.
¨ Begin gait training with –– Appropriate assistive device – Weight bearing status as determined
by the referring physician or– Based on the patient’s tolerance to
full weight bearing due to pain or safety
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Gait training (CLIPer Score 6 – 13)
¨ Continue to follow the referring physician’s guidelines for weight bearing status.
¨ Progress to gait training without use of an assistive device as appropriate, focusing on minimizing deficits and improving efficiency of walking.
¨ Stair negotiation and other functional mobility.
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Gait training (CLIPer Score 0 – 5)
¨ Continue to follow the referring physician’s guidelines for weight bearing status
¨ Progress to gait training without the use of an assistive device as appropriate, focusing on minimizing deficits and improving the efficiency of walking.
¨ Stair negotiation & other functional mobility.
¨ Progress to walking on uneven surfaces with an emphasis on safety.
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Weight Relief
¨ The load on the hip can basically be relieved by the following methods:– Bed rest– Wheelchair– Walking with crutches,– Bracing devices (Thomas splint ,
Mainz orthosis, etc.).
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Petrie Cast
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Broomstick Cast
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Bracing
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Discharge Criteria
¨ Children may be discharged when 4 of the 5 following criteria have been met: – Pain rating 0 to 1/10 – ROM 90 to 100% of the uninvolved
side – Strength 90 to 100% of the uninvolved
side – Balance 90 to 100% of the max score
on the Pediatric Balance Scale or maintaining balance with SLS 90 to 100% of the uninvolved side
– Gait presents with a non-painful limp and uses a reciprocal pattern on the stairs.
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Prognosis
¨ 60% of kids do well without Rx¨ AGE is key prognostic factor:
– <6y – good outcome regardless of Rx– 6-8y – not always good results with
just containment– >9y – containment option is
questionable, poorer prognosis, significant residual defect
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Operative Tx
¨ If non-op Rx cannot maintain containment
¨ Surgically ideal pt:– 6-9yo– Catterral II-III– Good ROM– <12mos sx– In collapsing phase
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Surgical Tx
¨ Surgical options:– Excise lateral extruding head portion
to stop hinging abduction– Acetabular osteotomy to cover head– Varus femoral osteotomy– Arthrodesis
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Varus Osteotomy
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Head at risk signs¨ Clinical features:
– Progressive loss of movement
– Adduction contractures
– Flexion in abduction
– Heavy child
¨ Radiological features:– Lateral subluxation of
the femoral head (head partially uncovered)
– Entire femoral head involved
– Calcification lateral to the epiphysis
– Metaphyseal cysts– Gage's sign
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References:¨ Lee J, Allen M, Hugentobler K, Kovacs
C, Monfreda J, Nolte B, Woeste E; Evidence-Based Care Guideline Conservative Management of Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease In children aged 3 to 12 years, Cincinnati children’s hospital medical center, 2011
¨ Benjamin Joseph, Paediatric Orthopaedics, A System Of Decision-making, 2009
¨ Fritz Hefti, Pediatric Orthopedics in Practice, 2007
¨ David Wilson (Ed.), Paediatric Musculoskeletal Disease With an Emphasis on Ultrasound, 2005
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