Baby Hip Dysplasia (DDH) Physiotherapy Treatment and Rehabilitation: rehabiliation for baby hip deformities or dislocations. Baby hip dysplasia (DDH) in London at our practices in East London Moorgate Monument EC3, Belgravia Westminster SW1 and Clapham SW4 or at your home in London with our Baby Hip Dysplasia (DDH) Specialist Physiotherapist.

Baby Hip Dysplasia Physiotherapy Treatment in London with our Paediatric Physiotherapist Specialised in Treating Babies

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) in babies refers to any deformities or dislocations of the hip which might be present at birth or develop in the first weeks after birth. The condition can result in reduced mobility of one hip, a clicking sound when the leg is moving and legs of different lengths. Baby hip dysplasia responds well to physiotherapy treatment and should be begun early.

Baby hip dysplasia should be treated as soon as possible to maximise chances of correction, and the condition responds extremely well to physiotherapy which will allow your child to recover safely and without pain. At BabyPhysio London, our paediatric physiotherapists have many years experience working with babies that suffer from hip dysplasia. As our physiotherapists have chosen to specialise in this area, they will use the safest and most effective techniques, with a very gentle and professional manner in order to make sure that your baby receives the very best care possible.

Our physiotherapy and osteopathy treatments are covered by most health insurances and are Bupa registered & recognised (BUPA Global and BUPA UK), Axa registered & recognised (AXA International, AXA PPP), Cigna registered & recognised and WPA registered & recognised

For baby hip dysplasia physiotherapy call : 0207 125 0262 / 0782 455 3765

Baby Hip Dysplasia Treatment and Rehabilitation in East London Moorgate Monument EC3, Belgravia Westminster SW1 and Clapham SW4 or at your home in London with our Paediatric Physiotherapists Specialised in Baby Hip Deformities and Dislocations

Our team of highly trained physiotherapists & osteopaths provide treatments at our practices in London:

• Light Centre Belgravia near Victoria Station: 9 Eccleston Street, SW1W 9LX
• Light Centre Monument near Moorgate, London Bridge & Bank: 36 St Mary at Hill, EC3R 8DU
• Make Me Feel Pharmacy Clapham between Clapham South & Clapham Common: 25 Abbeville Road, SW4 9LA
• Light Centre Clapham, right next to Clapham Common Station: 151-153 Clapham High Street, London SW4 7SS

At Baby Physio London, we know that when you have young children it can be difficult to organise appointments, and that’s why we also offer sessions at your home for the treatment of baby hip dysplasia. Our paediatric physiotherapists can offer appointments at home during the days, evenings and on weekends for your convenience.

More information about baby hip dysplasia and treatment in London

How Our Paediatric Physiotherapists Treat Baby Hip Dysplasia in London:

Hip dysplasia is usually detected at birth or soon after, however BabyPhysio London also offers hip dysplasia assessment alongside treatment if you are unsure about your baby’s symptoms.

For newborn babies, hip dysplasia can be corrected by using a harness or brace, named the ‘Pavlik Harness’. This harness keeps the femoral bone in the correct position until the hip socket and ligament have been formed properly, usually for 6 to 12 weeks. For older babies a ‘Spica Cast’ can be used, and surgery is also available in extreme cases.

Alongside and after treatment with one of the above methods, paediatric physiotherapy will help to increase flexibility and strength of the joint and decrease pain for your baby. Rehabilitation after harness treatment or surgery often responds well to physiotherapy, in order to increase strength in the hip joint. For older babies, rehabilitation will also help them to increase their range of motion and teach them how to stand and walk properly.

Our specialised paediatric physiotherapist will also prescribe tailored exercises for your baby to carry out at home, allowing your child to recover from surgery or harness treatment safely and quickly.

What is Baby Hip Dysplasia or Hip Deformities and Dislocations in Babies?

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) is deformities or dislocation of the hip present in babies either at birth or in the first few weeks after birth. The deformities and dislocations usually occur when the hip socket is too shallow and the femoral bone isn’t held in place tightly enough. As a result the hip joint becomes loose, causing instability in the hip. The condition is uncommon, usually affecting only around 1 in 1000 babies, but general instabilities can be more common, affecting around 1 in 3 newborns, with girls more affected than boys. It is important to treat Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) early in order to avoid problems later in life

How to Detect Baby Hip Dysplasia

Your doctor should asses your baby within the first 72 hours after birth for hip dysplasia, and again within the first 3-6 months, however if you are worried about any of the symptoms listed below, then contact your paediatrician as soon as possible

• Reduced mobility of one hip
• An audible “click” when the leg is moving in the hip
• Legs with different lengths
• Uneven skin folds on thigh near the groin or buttocks