Overview
A healthcare provider will diagnose hip dysplasia with a physical exam and some imaging tests.
Tell your provider when you first noticed hip pain and if any activity makes it worse.
Your provider will check your baby for signs of hip dysplasia right after they’re born and again at all their well-child visits.
What tests do providers use to diagnose hip dysplasia?
Your provider might use a few imaging tests to take pictures of your (or your child’s) hips, including:
- Ultrasound.
- Hip X-rays.
- A computed tomography (CT) scan.
Symptoms
When to see a doctor
Complications
- High blood pressure.
- Diabetes.
- Heart failure.
- Some types of heart valve disease.
Prevention
- Control high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes.
- Don't smoke or use tobacco.
- Eat a diet that's low in salt and saturated fat.
- Exercise at least 30 minutes a day on most days of the week unless your health care team says not to.
- Get good sleep. Adults should aim for 7 to 9 hours daily.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Reduce and manage stress.
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