Spica Casts for Hip Dysplasia
Trial Summary
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Rhino brace, Spica cast for hip dysplasia?
How does the spica cast treatment for hip dysplasia differ from other treatments?
The spica cast is unique because it immobilizes the hip after surgery, which is crucial for healing in conditions like hip dysplasia. Unlike other treatments that may allow for early mobilization, the spica cast provides stability and support, especially in young children, to ensure proper alignment and healing.24567
What is the purpose of this trial?
This study looks at treatment for developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), a condition where there is abnormal development of a child's hip joint. While spica casts are shown to very effective in treating DDH, and potentially more effective than hip braces alone, other research shows that the outcomes from braces are equivalent to those of spica casts with the added advantage of greater patient satisfaction and less burden on families. Therefore, the 12-week experimental protocol in the study, with the first 6 weeks involving the spica cast and the second 6 weeks the hip brace, was designed to determine if both treatment methods can be combined for an optimal patient experience.
Research Team
Adrienne Socci, MD
Principal Investigator
Yale University
Dominick Tuason, MD
Principal Investigator
Yale University
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for children with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), a condition where the hip joint hasn't formed properly. The study is open to those who haven't yet been treated for DDH. Specific inclusion and exclusion criteria details are not provided.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive a hip spica cast for 6 weeks, followed by a transition to a brace for 6 weeks in the experimental group, or a hip spica cast for 12 weeks in the control group
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Rhino brace
- Spica cast
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Yale University
Lead Sponsor