Clinical Presentation & Protocol
Patient Usually Complains Of
Patient presents for evaluation of left hip dysplasia. History significant for [breech presentation/family history/first-born status]. No reported pain, limited range of motion, or gait abnormalities. Caregivers deny clicking or popping sensations.
Clinical Examination Findings
Left hip examination reveals [positive/negative] Ortolani and Barlow maneuvers. Asymmetric gluteal/thigh skin folds noted. Galeazzi sign [positive/negative] indicating limb length discrepancy. Abduction of the left hip is [full/restricted].
Treatment Protocol
Plan: Initiate Pavlik harness therapy for 23 hours/day. Maintain hip in flexion and abduction. Follow-up ultrasound scheduled in [X] weeks to assess acetabular development and femoral head position. Monitor for skin irritation and neurovascular status.