Two young children (three hips) with Down syndrome and dislocation of the hip were successfully treated by nonoperative methods by using the principle of prolonged immobilization or bracing. A 5-year, 6-month-old patient with bilateral habitual dislocation used an ambulatory abduction orthosis full-time for 6 months and then part-time for 4 months. Complete dislocation of the right hip in a 4-year, 6-month-old patient was managed by closed reduction, spica cast immobilization for 4 months, and then an ambulatory abduction orthosis for 8 months. Both patients developed stable, well-contained hips. Nonoperative management of hip dislocation in Down syndrome can be successful and avoids the complications associated with operations previously recommended for these patients.





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