Efficacy and Satisfaction Comparing Two Braces in the Treatment of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) in Infants

Hip Dislocation, Congenital Clinical Trial

Official title: Efficacy and Satisfaction Comparing Two Braces in the Treatment of DDH in Infants: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

The purpose of this study is to 1) evaluate the effectiveness of the Plastizote abduction brace compared to the Pavlik harness in the treatment of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) and 2) compare parent/caregiver satisfaction between the Plastizote abduction brace and the Pavlik harness. The investigators hope to learn which brace treatment is best for a definable population so the appropriate brace can be chosen initially avoiding the time, expense, and frustration of a failed technique.

Clinical Trial Description

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Study Design

Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Treatment

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Congenital Abnormalities
• Congenital Deformity of Hip Joint
• Dislocations
• Hip Dislocation
• Hip Dislocation, Congenital

• NCT number: NCT01375218
• Study type: Interventional
• Source: OrthoCarolina Research Institute, Inc.
• Status: Completed
• Phase: Phase 4
• Start date: June 2011
• Completion date: June 2013