Looking for asymmetry between the major creases in the thighs is another way to evaluate for DDH (
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip).
Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a hip problem a baby is born with or that happens in the first year of life.
Improper swaddling may lead to hip dysplasia or
developmental dysplasia of the hip.
Hip dysplasia is historically known as congenital dysplasia of the hip (CDH) and more commonly referred to as
developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH).