title: Care of the infant in a Pavlik harness.
abstract: Congenital hip dysplasias, a common orthopaedic problem in children, can be treated effectively if diagnosed early. One such valuable tool in treating this disorder is the Pavlik Harness. These authors describe their child's experience with the Pavlik Harness along with the personal needs of the child and family.
authors.forename: A T
authors.initials: AT
authors.lastname: Speers
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Speers
mesh_terms: D006618:Hip Dislocation, Congenital / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000451:nursing* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D010371:Pediatric Nursing; D011859:Radiography; D013165:Splints; D014143:Traction / Q000295:instrumentation*