In the United Kingdom up to 15% of children are born with some type of hip instability.Steps work so hard in order to support children, parents and adults suffering with hip problems. We are always there to support, whether it's on the end of a phone, via social media or by email. We answer thousands of questions a day related to hip issues. We also take part in lots of research and of course give out hundreds of free car seats to families every year so that they can continue to get out and about and without the additional expense of buying a new car seat. We also supply hospitals and doctors lots of free information packs to supply to parents who are perhaps just on the beginning of their journey. Join us in a 'Hip Dip' Swimathon and get swimming for healthy hips! Keep Steps running so we can continue all the good work we do.

my name is jack i am 8 years old and have perthes disease it started when i was 6 and over the last 2 years has gotten worse. i struggle with pain  in my right hip and have to use 2 crutches .

when i rest and then go to walk i notice it more as it feels really stiff and i have a limp and a wobble.

i still enjoy swimming and playing but have to limit football fast running and impact sports which sucks as i looovvvveee football

i am now a member of the local scout cubs i enjoy meeting new people thier and get to do lots of new activities .

i am completeing a walk around chasewater park to try raise money for other children with leg/hip problems i mite even jump in the water at the end of my challenge if my mom and dad let me 

its on the 2nd of april and i hope to raise  £300

for the steps charity 

wish me luck

jack