174. Hip Dysplasia

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we defines hip dysplasia, review risk factors (female sex, breech birth, family history, etc), infant screening, adult presentation and functional testing, and outlines PT goals (pain-free motion, strengthening, activity modification) versus surgical consideration such as periacetabular osteotomy and its recovery expectations.00:00 Welcome to PT Snacks00:24 Podcast Schedule Update01:50 Support the Show02:12 Hip Dysplasia Explained04:22 Who’s at Risk06:25 Infant Screening Basics08:15 Imaging and Measurements09:47 Adult Signs and Testing11:33 Physical Therapy Approach13:31 When Surgery Is Needed15:57 Wrap Up and ContactNeed CEUs?Unlock unlimited online courses, live webinars, and certification-prep programs with MedBridge. You’ll get thousands of accredited, evidence-based courses. Use code PTSNACKSPODCAST at checkout to save over $100. Student? Use code PTSNACKSPODCASTSTUDENTSupport the showStudying for the NPTE? Check out PT Final Exam — they’ve helped thousands of students pass with confidence. Use code PTSnacks at checkout for a discount.Stay Connected!Follow so you never miss an episode. Send your questions via email to [email protected] the email list HERESupport the Show:Share the episode with someone who'd benefit.Contributing directly to the "support" link.Thanks for tuning in—your support makes this all possible!