Adhesive capsulitis of the hip joint in a young female. A case-report.

ABSTRACT

INTRODUCTION: Adhesive capsulitis of the hip is a rare presenting pathology. History and physical examination are essential for diagnosis. Conservative management is the main line of treatment with surgical intervention preserved for resistant cases. PRESENTATION OF CASE The authors report a case of young female diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis of the hip with two pain free periods during pregnancy and after arthrogram. DISCUSSION: The relation between the pregnancy hormones and generalized laxity is well established. Animals studies proved the role of female hormones in treatment of adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder. CONCLUSION: Hip pain relief during pregnancy can raise the suspicion of adhesive capsulitis of the hip. Further investigations are needed to prove this relation.