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.
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