Osmosis video - Slipped capital femoral epiphysis

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a medical condition in which there is slippage between the neck of the femur and the overlying head of the femur, and it mainly affects children and adolescents. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, and difficulty walking or bearing weight on the affected hip. Treatment includes immobilization of the hip in a cast or brace, followed by surgery to stabilize the femoral head and prevent further displacement. Chronic hip pain, limited mobility, and early osteoarthritis are common complications of SCFE.