Mom who have a problem with hip dysplasia or a hip offset in their baby, wonder what is better - the pillow of Freik or the stirrups of Pavlik. Both of these devices are designed to hold the legs of the crumbs in a dilute position and provide them with functionality. What is the difference between the stirrups from the pillow, and when they are appointed?
What is it used for?
Both devices are prescribed for dysplasia or dislocation of the hip. The stirrups and the pillow will provide:
- the necessary position of the femur head
- strengthen the hip joint apparatus
- stimulate the development of the acetabulum
- stimulate the development of the femoral head
The Freak cushion fixes the legs with bent knees in the diluted position - this will help small feet to form properly. This position of the "frog" will help in case of a hip dislocation and will provide spontaneous correction of this dislocation.
Pavlik's stirrups also fix the child's legs in a bent and dilated position, only more rigidly - they will not allow the baby to straighten or pull together the legs. To carry the stirrups is necessary until the head of the thigh is completely fixed in the acetabulum.
How long to wear?
The Freck pillow is worn for two months and can only be removed if:
- Diaper rims
- Bathing
- Massage
- Physiotherapy procedures
The rest of your free time, the toddler must be in the pillow. After two months, the child needs to undergo ultrasound, and then the doctor to determine the appropriateness of the subsequent wearing of the pillow. The stirrups of Freik are worn around the clock and the first time( especially, the first month) of the baby will not be fully redeemed and diapers need to be changed in stirrups. So that you do not have any difficulties at this time, here are some tips:
- You can put only a disposable diaper under the stirrups. Sliders, shorts or pantyhose should not be
- While changing a diaper, do not lift the baby's legs, but simply put your hands under the buttocks of the
- . Over the stirrups, you can wear suits, loose dresses or pants.
- . Several times a day check the skin of the baby under the straps and around them so that itnot inflamed. If there are reddened areas, wipe them with alcohol and massage
- Take care that the stirrups are dry, wipe them several times a day
- Since you can not bathe the baby, wash the crumbs with a sponge
- During feeding and within an hour after it,stirrups must be unfastened
- Sleeping baby should be on a firm mattress without a pillow
Regardless of whether you use a Freik pillow or Pavlik's stirrups, do not remove the device before the deadline. Even if the child begins to be capricious, and you want to save him from suffering, remember - it is necessary for his health. In addition, small children very quickly get used to innovations, and after a couple of weeks the crumb will no longer notice what is worn on him.
The Freec pillow is softer and easier to wear, it takes about two months to use it and you can take off the pillow while bathing. But Pavlik's stirrups are more rigid in design, as they can be properly worn by a doctor, and you need to wear stirrups for at least six months.
