3 COMMON CAUSES OF CHILDHOOD HIP PAIN

Disorders of the hip that result in pain during childhood are not rand om and chaotic events. The work of numerous investigators demonstrates that each condition has distinguishing characteristics. These charact eristics are found in the manner of presentation, the physical examina tion, and the diagnostic study. Familiarity with these conditions, att ention to the details of the patients' history, and a careful eye for the details of physical examination allow skillful physicians to devis e a plan of investigation that results in a successful diagnosis.