With linear sclerosis or cysts. There is no Subchondral lucency Head of the femur is still spherical. Core - decompression possible. The femoral head starts to fail mechanically - With Trabecular collapse. The radioluscent crescent sign is visible at the Subchondral endplate.
Success depends on degree of changes.
NO HELP Medical Management. Total Hip Replacement Required. NO HELP Medical Management. Total Hip Replacement Required. NO HELP Medical Management.