Criteria of Lequesne for Disease Activity in Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee

Maximum reduction for the width of the joint space as seen on X-rays over the past 6 months

Is the level of pain and disability more than expected based on the radiographic appearance?

Have NSAIDs been ineffective in controlling the joint pain?

Is the synovial fluid rich in non-urate calcium crystals?

Number of osteoarthritic joints involved other than the knees or hips

Does the patient have a history of frequent excessive or strenuous physical activity?

Is the patient significantly overweight for height?

• number of relapses with effusions involving the joint

• number of flare-ups in disease activity affecting the joint

• number of intra-articular injections needed in the joint