Treatment of Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia
There is currently no cure for multiple epiphyseal dysplasia, but much can be done to relieve symptoms, correct bone malformations, alleviate other complications and help to compensate for functional limitations. Joint pain can be helped with medication.

Families with children with the disease require early contact with a paediatric orthopaedic surgeon and a habilitation team. A habilitation team includes professionals with special expertise in how disability affects everyday life, health and development. Help is available within the medical, educational, psychological, social and technical fields. Habilitation may include assessments, treatment, assistance with choice of aids, information about disabilities and counselling. It also includes information about support offered by the local authority as well as advice on the way accommodation and other environments can be adapted to the child’s needs.

It is important that the individual does not become overweight as this can overload the joints and cause further damage. Swimming and water gymnastics are a good way to exercise without damaging the joints.

Different forms of treatment and intervention need to be co-ordinated to achieve the best results. Orthopaedic surgery is often needed to minimise joint deformation and maintain mobility. It is sometimes necessary to replace a damaged joint, such as the hip joint, with a prosthesis.

Adults with the disease need ongoing contact with an orthopaedic surgeon, an occupational therapist, a physiotherapist, and sometimes also with adult habilitation services. Mobility is often a problem, and a wheelchair is sometimes required. To prevent hand injuries resulting from excess strain, it is often beneficial to use an electric wheelchair. Special orthopaedic shoes can also be of great help.

Training in how to relieve pressure on joints and prevent injuries can be provided by occupational therapists and physiotherapists. When pregnant, women with the disorder should be in touch with specialist maternity care services.