Infant Hip Ultrasound

Infant Hip Ultrasound is an exam that obtains images of the infant hip using sound waves. A hand-held transducer (probe) is used to create images of the infant hip. It can assist the doctor in diagnosing developmental dysplasia of the infant hip (hip dislocation).

Preparation

  • Typically there is no prep for this procedure.
  • Arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment with a prescription if your doctor has given one to you.

Procedure

  • The infant will lie on an exam table on the right and left sides.
  • A non-greasy gel will be applied to the skin during the exam.
  • The sonographer or radiologist will use a hand-held transducer (probe) against the right and left hips to obtain images.
  • The images are taken with the infant in relaxed, bent and stressed positions of each hip for the assessment of hip dysplasia.

Considerations

  • Infant must be at least six weeks old.
  • Bring things to keep infant comfortable (i.e., bottle, blanket, pacifier).
  • Please remember that additional children beyond the infant patient are not allowed with you in the exam room. Bringing unsupervised children with you to the exam will result in the need to reschedule your appointment.
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