Efficacy and Satisfaction Comparing Two Braces in the Treatment of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) in Infants



Status:Completed
Conditions:Orthopedic, Women's Studies
Therapuetic Areas:Orthopedics / Podiatry, Reproductive
Healthy:No
Age Range:Any
Updated:5/5/2014
Start Date:June 2011
End Date:December 2015

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Efficacy and Satisfaction Comparing Two Braces in the Treatment of DDH in Infants: A Randomized Clinical Trial

The purpose of this study is to 1) evaluate the effectiveness of the Plastizote abduction
brace compared to the Pavlik harness in the treatment of developmental dysplasia of the hip
(DDH) and 2) compare parent/caregiver satisfaction between the Plastizote abduction brace
and the Pavlik harness. The investigators hope to learn which brace treatment is best for a
definable population so the appropriate brace can be chosen initially avoiding the time,
expense, and frustration of a failed technique.


Inclusion Criteria:

1. 0-2 months of age

2. Nonterratological developmental dysplasia of the hip diagnosed by physical exam and
standard of care ultrasound

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Ages greater than 2 months

2. Neurological condition

3. Terratological congenital dysplasia of the hip diagnosed by physical exam and
standard of care ultrasound

4. Chromosomal abnormality
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