Pavlik Harness
Pavlik Harness:
For babies under six months of age, treatment generally consists of wearing a hip brace or Pavlik Harness to keep the hips in a good position to allow for optimal development of the hip joint.
- 0-6 months of age
- Legs are positioned in the “froggy-leg” position
- Straps are fastened around the baby’s feet and are held up by straps connected to the shoulders and chest
- There is a wealth of information about the Pavlik Harness on the Royal Children’s Hospital website
Source: Royal Childrens Hospital
Source: Stanford Childrens Health
International Hip Dysplasia Institute Pavlik Harness Tips
International Hip Dysplasia Institute- Pavlik Harness
Orthokids Pavlik Harness Information Sheet
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