In this Paediatric Masterclass, attendees will learn about two major components of infancy and neonate management; plagiocephaly and Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip. This session will focus on evidence-based management, updates in long-term outcomes, as well as learning appropriate examination techniques for assessing.

Learning Objectives for the day:

Session 1 – Plagiocephaly

• Identifying and differentiating deformational plagiocephaly
• Develop your understanding on pathogenesis of plagiocephaly
• Develop your understanding on potential risks of plagiocephaly
• Discuss the current options regarding management and their potential outcomes
• Develop an understanding behind the role of the chiropractor for cases of deformational plagiocephaly

Session 2 – Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)

• Understanding normal hip development
• Understanding the development of hip pathology including risk factors
• Develop your understanding on the process of mechanotransduction and its involvement in DDH
• Discuss current advancements in management of DDH

Session 3 – Practical Components of Plagiocephaly and DDH

• Learn or review common assessment techniques for plagiocephaly, including cervical spine assessment and treatment options (and more on force of course!)
• Learn or review common tests for detecting or screening for DDH