Screening for developmental dysplasia of the hip in a rural health district: An analysis of practice

ConclusionDDH screening practices are well established at birth in the rural health district. There is variability in DDH screening practices beyond 8 weeks of age. Clinicians report variations in their knowledge and training. Training in DDH screening and hip screening prompts added to the personal health record might improve rates of DDH screening beyond 8 weeks of age.
Source: Australian Journal of Rural Health - Category: Rural Health Authors: Tags: Original Research Source Type: research