Femoral Nerve Palsy in Pavlik Harness Treatment for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip

Abstract

Femoral nerve palsy is an uncommon yet clinically important complication of Pavlik harness treatment for developmental dysplasia of the hip. This complication is strongly predictive of failure of treatment, and its impact is greatest when the developmental dysplasia of the hip is higher in severity. Early recognition and management of femoral nerve palsies may improve the success of treatment.