Clinical Presentation & Protocol
Patient Usually Complains Of
Patient presents for evaluation of right hip dysplasia. History significant for [breech presentation/family history/clinical screening]. Caregiver reports [no concerns/asymmetry of skin folds/limited abduction]. No prior history of hip instability or previous treatment.
Clinical Examination Findings
Right hip exam: Ortolani maneuver [positive/negative], Barlow maneuver [positive/negative]. Galeazzi sign [positive/negative] for limb length discrepancy. Asymmetry of inguinal/gluteal skin folds noted. Hip abduction limited to [degrees] on the right side. Neurovascular status intact distally.
Treatment Protocol
Diagnosis of right DDH confirmed via [ultrasound/radiograph]. Plan: Initiate Pavlik harness therapy for [duration]. Strict adherence to 23-hour wear schedule. Follow-up in [weeks] for clinical and imaging reassessment. Monitor for skin irritation and neurovascular compromise.