Treatment of developmental hip dysplasia with manual therapy following Pavlik harness failure: a case report with long-term follow-up.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a common musculoskeletal disorder in newborns, ranging from mild dysplasia to complete dislocation. Early detection and intervention are crucial for managing DDH. However, in some cases, standard orthopedic treatments such as the Pavlik harness fail, and alternative approaches are needed. Our study explores the possibility that manual therapy, specifically the Mézières-Bertelè Method (MBM), could be beneficial in cases of DDH that are resistant to conventional treatments.

Case description

We present a case of a 20-month-old female who had been suffering from persistent DDH (Graf's type IIIC on the left), pain and limping, despite previous conventional treatments, including the Pavlik harness. The patient received daily M

SUBMITTER: Giorgi V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11216241 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature