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Posterior dislocations is when the femoral head lies posteriorly after dislocation. [5] It is the most common pattern of dislocation accounting for 90% of hip dislocations, [5] and those with an associated fracture are categorized by the Thompson and Epstein classification system, the Stewart and Milford classification system, and the Pipkin system (when associated with femoral head fractures).
Hip spicas were formerly common in reducing femoral fractures. Spica casts are used for treating hip dysplasia (developmental dislocation of hip). [1] [2] Spica casts are typically made using a soft padded lining, which tightly wrapped around the leg and hip joint. It is then wrapped in either a fiberglass or plaster cast.
It is done by adducting the hip while pushing the thigh posteriorly. If the hip goes out of the socket it means it is dislocated, and the newborn has a congenital hip dislocation. The baby is laid on its back for examination by separation of its legs. If a clicking sound can be heard, it indicates that the baby may have a dislocated hip.
The Thompson and Epstein classification is a system of categorizing posterior fracture/dislocations of the hip. [1] [2] Classification. Type Description I
Collins–Pope syndrome, also known as Dislocation of the hip-dysmorphism syndrome, [1] is a rare autosomal dominant genetic disorder which is characterized by bilateral congenital hip dislocation, flattened mid-face, hypertelorism, epicanthus, puffy eyes, broad nasal bridge, carp-shaped mouth, and joint hypermobility.
The Ortolani test is part of the physical examination for developmental dysplasia of the hip, along with the Barlow maneuver. [1] Specifically, the Ortolani test is positive when a posterior dislocation of the hip is reducible with this maneuver. [citation needed] This is part of the standard infant exam performed preferably in early infancy.
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assess hip dislocation The Galeazzi test , also known as the Allis sign, is used to assess for hip dislocation , primarily in order to test for developmental dysplasia of the hip . It is performed by flexing an infant's knees when they are lying down so that the feet touch the surface and the ankles touch the buttocks .