Hips - developmental dysplasia of the hip in babies
hips; dislocation; dysplasia; pelvis; click; clicky; DDH; CDH; ;
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) is the name used to describe a range of ways a baby’s hip might not develop normally. In the past the name Congenital Dislocation of the Hip (CDH) was often used, but not all hip joints that are growing abnormally are dislocated. Dysplasia means growing abnormally.
Having an unstable or dislocated hip will cause problems in later life if it is not treated.
Raising Children Network (Australian Government)
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Better Health Channel (Victorian Government)
For normal hip joint development legs need to be able to bend at the hips with knees apart. Don’t wrap legs straight. Wrapping should allow for free movement of the legs.
The topic 'Wrapping babies safely' shows how to wrap a baby so that the legs are able to bend at the hips.
The information on this site should not be used as an alternative to professional care. If you have a particular problem, see a doctor, or ring the Parent Helpline on 1300 364 100 (local call cost from anywhere in South Australia).
This topic may use 'he' and 'she' in turn - please change to suit your child's sex.