Question
A neighbor’s grandson is three years old this year and was born with congenital hip dislocation. Since the child was too young at the time, surgery was not performed promptly. As the child grows older, there is concern about the progression of the condition, and it is hoped to understand the treatment methods for congenital hip dislocation in children.
Answer
The treatment of congenital hip dislocation in children depends on the child’s age. For children from newborns to 6 months old, conservative treatment is mainly adopted, such as wearing abduction braces. For children between 6 months and 1.5 years old, closed reduction and cast immobilization therapy are usually used. For children between 1.5 and 3 years old, surgical treatment may be necessary. It is recommended to follow the professional advice of local doctors based on the child’s specific age.