Persistent mild hip deformation in preterm infants.
Preterm infants often develop a postural deformation of the legs with wide hip abduction and external rotation giving a 'frog leg' posture. It has been shown that the deformation persists at the age of 3-4.5 years and the use of postural techniques aimed at reducing the deformation is recommended.
Davis
P M
PM
Department of Child Health, University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff.
Robinson
R
R
Harris
L
L
Cartlidge
P H
PH
D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006621:Hip Joint / Q000002:abnormalities*; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007234:Infant, Premature; D008297:Male; D016684:Prone Position; D013997:Time Factors; D016138:Walking / Q000502:physiology