Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Alternative Names
Coxa plana; Perthes diseaseSymptoms
- Knee pain (may be the only initial symptom)
- Persistent thigh or groin pain
- Wasting of muscles in the upper thigh
- Apparent shortening of the leg, or legs of unequal length
- Hip stiffness that restricts movement in the hip
- Difficulty walking, walking with a limp (which is often painless)
- Limited range of motion
Exams and Tests
During a physical examination, the health care provider will look for a loss in hip motion and a typical limp. A hip x-ray or pelvis x-ray may show signs of Legg-Calve-Perthes disease.
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