Infant hip ultrasound study: observe vs bracing
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at babies under 3 months old with certain ultrasound findings of an underdeveloped hip (“hip dysplasia”). It compares outcomes between simply watching the hip and using a brace (when recommended).
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Who can take part
- Your baby is younger than 12 weeks (3 months) at the time of screening
- Ultrasound shows a centered hip with alpha angle between 43 and 60 degrees
- Ultrasound also shows femoral head coverage (FHC) above 35%
- Your baby does not have hip instability on exam (no positive Ortolani or Barlow signs)
- Your baby has not already been treated with a Pavlik harness for hip dysplasia
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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