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

OrthoCarolina Research Institute, Inc.30 enrolled

Overview

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.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

TREATMENT

Masking

NONE

Enrollment

Conditions

Hip Dislocation, Congenital Congenital Deformity of Hip Joint

Interventions

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMax age: 2 Months

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

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

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Resolution of instability

Negative Barlow and Ortolani tests as well as improvement/normalization in ultrasound measured alpha angle and femoral head coverage

Time frame: 3-4 week interval

Secondary Outcomes