What is Congenital Hip Dislocation?

Description of the disease:

Congenital hip dislocation is a condition in which the head of the thigh bone comes out of the socket as a result of a congenital disorder of the joint development.

Classification:

• Congenital hip dislocation can be localized or dislocated.

Symptoms:

• Incorrect leg position.
• Restricted joint movement.
• Unstable gait.

Causes:

The causes of congenital hip dislocation may be related to genetic factors, positional pathology of intrauterine development, anomalous joint development, and others.

Diagnosis:

• X-ray.
• Ultrasound of the joints.
• CT or MRI examination.

Treatment:

Treatment may include wearing splints, massage, therapeutic exercises, and in some cases, surgical intervention may be required.

Prevention:

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, regular consultations with a pediatrician, etc.

Doctor:

Pediatric orthopedist.