image based Q.19 - Hip disorder in a child

Q. Which of these is a treatment modality for hip disorder in below radiograph?

1. Arthrodiastasis

2. Arthroreisis

3. Arthrokatadysis

4. Ligamentotaxis

Answer – 1.


The disorder here is Legg-Calve -Perthes Disease (LCPD) of left hip.

Arthrodiastasis is joint distraction while the pathology heals . It is done with the help of external fixators/ Rail fixators in certain disorders where joint healing is encouraged by keeping joint surfaces distracted.

Arthroreisis is surgical procedure to correct flat foot, and

Arhrokatadysis is synonymous with 'protrusio actabuli' or Otto pelvis.

Ligamentotaxis is used in various fracture treatment.