Dr. Todd Blumberg from Seattle Children's joins the show to discuss his recent research proving the importance of careful patient positioning while obtaining a hip ultrasound in a Pavlik Harness. This episode also covers recent research on intra-op imaging after reducing a dislocated hip, screening scoliosis patients for hip dysplasia, and more. Your hosts are Carter Clement from Children’s Hospital of New Orleans, Josh Holt from University of Iowa, and Craig Louer from Vanderbilt. Music by A. A. Aalto.

References:

1) Standardized in-harness Ultrasound Protocol Improves Success Rate of Brace Treatment for Dislocated Hips. Pargas-Colina et al. JPO 2024. PMID: 38647138.

2) Epidemiology of Pediatric Dog Walking-Related Injuries Among Children Presenting to US Emergency Departments, 2001 to 2020. Maxson et al. JPO 2024. PMID: 38899976.

3) Adolescent Athletes with Stronger Athletic Identity Perceptions Have Weaker Fear Avoidance Perceptions During Musculoskeletal Injury Rehabilitation Return to Sports Preparation. Ferman et al. JPO 2024. 38767118.

4) The Prevalence of Hip Dysplasia on Radiographs for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. Fowler et al. JPO 2024. 38826034.

5) Intraoperative 3D Fluoroscopy During Open Reduction for DDH: An Effective Alternative to Postoperative CT/MRI. Baljoun et al. JPO 2024. 38779959.