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Caregivers’ experiences of caring for children with developmental dysplasia of the hip: a qualitative descriptive review

  • By

  • Lei Yang

  • Lingyan Fan

  • Yan Jiang

  • Wenjuan Shao

  • Weili Shen

  • Qianyi Xiao

  • May 14, 2026

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    Caregivers of children with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) face significant challenges affecting their quality of life.

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    The review identified four main themes: diagnostic delays, treatment device complications, inadequate support, and gradual adaptation.

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    Eight studies were included, comprising 66 participants from interviews and 1,522 from surveys with open-ended questions.

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    Caregivers experience emotional burdens, anxiety, and social isolation due to the demands of caring for children with DDH.

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    Future research should focus on in-depth qualitative designs to better understand caregiver adaptation processes.

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Caregivers’ experiences of caring for children with developmental dysplasia of the hip: a qualitative descriptive review

  • by Lei Yang, Lingyan Fan, Yan Jiang, Wenjuan Shao, Weili Shen, Qianyi Xiao

  • May 14, 2026

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