Abstract
Idiopathic chondrolysis of the hip is characterized by the loss of the articular cartilage of the hip joint with spectrum ranging from full recovery to fibrous ankylosis. Study assessed outcomes following intra-articular steroid injections, joint manipulation and traction immobilization. Retrospective (2012-2021) review of 41 cases treated for idiopathic chondrolysis of hip, assessed pre-operatively and post-operatively (minimum 2-year follow-up) using Children's Hospital Oakland Hip Evaluation Score (CHOHES), visual analogue scale (VAS) and range of motion measurements. Twenty-five patients (62%) achieved painless mobility, 6 (14%) had hip stiffness without pain and 10 (24%) had painful and stiff hips at final follow-up. They had a mean age of 12.49 ± 2.4years and a mean follow-up duration of 33.15 ± 13.1months. Range of motion improved significantly (p < 0.05). VAS improved to 3.93 ± 1.3 from 7.8 ± 0.7. CHOHES improved from 29.12 ± 9.9 to 56.37 ± 17.6. Intra-articular steroid injection, manipulation and traction immobilization may effectively treat idiopathic chondrolysis of the hip by enhancing patient function and reducing the need for further surgical intervention.
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