Pavlik harness


harness

 [har´nes] a support device used to immobilize a body part or hold it in position.Pavlik harness a device used correct hip dislocations in infants with developmental dysplasia of the hip, consisting of a set of straps that hold the hips in flexion and abduction.

Pavlik harness

Pediatrics orthopedics The gold standard device used in infants < 6 months for managing hip dysplasia Functions The PV promotes hip flexion and abduction by prohibiting hip extension or adduction, while allowing some kicking and movement. See Abduction therapy, Developmental dysplasia of the hip, Spica cast.

Pavlik harness

(pŏv′lĭk) A device used to stabilize the hip in neonates with congenital hip dislocation.