Paediatric Pavlik Hip Harness

This Paediatric Pavlik Hip Harness has been specifically designed to treat the congenital dislocation of hips. They feature a fun and cheerful pattern that is suitable for children and a comfortable padded harness with reversible toe covers that can be worn open or closed. 

Sizing for the Paediatric Pavlik Hip Harness

Size	Chest Circumference (cm)	Age of Baby (Months)
Extra Small	30 – 36cm	0 – 3 Months
Small	36 – 42cm	3 – 6 Months
Medium	39 – 45cm	6 – 9 Months
Large	46 – 55cm	9 – 12 Months
Extra Large	56 – 59cm	12 Months +

Key Features and Benefits

• Multiple adjustable straps ensure a secure and comfortable fit
• Controls hip flexion and abduction for effective dislocation treatment
• Hook-and-loop closures are easy to fasten 
• Harness is padded for improved comfort
• Toe covers are reversible, allowing this harness to be worn with open or closed toe

How Can a Pavlik Harness Help Your Child?

The Pavlik harness is a soft splint that is most commonly used for treating infants with developmental dysplasia of the hip. It works by keeping the infant’s hips and knees bent and the thighs apart, providing the support necessary for recovery and rehabilitation. This harness can also help promote healing in babies with broken femurs. 

What Are the Advantages of a Pavlik Harness?

The Pavlik Harness allows easy adjustment based on the amount of support needed at that moment in time. It also permits the use of ultrasound observation, which can be used to get a more accurate idea of the degree of support required. Other advantages include its ease of use, value for money and the fact that it allows you to change nappies without removing the harness, helping to reduce discomfort and improve hygiene. 

How Effective Is Treatment Using a Pavlik Harness?

According to a study by the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in Fatih University, depending on the severity of the underlying condition, the success rate of Pavlik Harness treatment was shown to be between 80 – 97%. Generally the earlier the treatment was started, the more positive the outcome.