Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) is a common condition affecting the hip joint neonates and infants. It is recognised that the earlier an abnormality of the infant hip is detected, the simpler and more effective the treatment will be, leading to the best possible outcome for patients.

The resources provided below are based on current best practice evidence, and aim to assist clinicians when screening, assessing and managing DDH.

• Clinical Practice Guideline - Hunter New England Health (pdf 279K)
• Clinical Practice Guideline Resource Manual (pdf 253K)
• Clinical pathways
  • Birth - before discharge from hospital (pdf 17K)
  • Child and Family Health Nurses (pdf 18K)
  • General Practitioners (pdf 20K)
• Fact Sheet (pdf 306K)
• Learning resources (produced by Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne)

For further information, clinicians are encouraged to contact their local Paediatric Service.