Hip Health in baby carriers, car seats, swings, walkers, and other equipment Summary Statement: The Medical Advisory Board of the IHDI does not endorse nor advise against any particular baby carrier or other equipment. The purpose of this educational statement is to provide information about healthy hip development to guide manufacturers in the development of safe designs of infant equipment, and to help parents make informed choices about the devices they use for their babies. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to choose a baby carrier that allows healthy hip positioning, in addition to other safety considerations. When babies are carried, the hips should be allowed to spread apart with the thighs supported and the hips bent. Education Statement: The IHDI recommends healthy hip positioning for all babies to encourage normal hip development. Within the womb, a baby spends a long time tucked in the fetal position, in which both hips and knees are bent or flexed. After birth, it takes several months for the joints to stretch out naturally.
Babies that have been in the breech (bottom first) position may need even more time to stretch out naturally. The hip joint is a ball and socket joint. During the first few months of life the ball is more likely to be loose within the socket because babies are naturally flexible and because the edges of the socket are made of soft cartilage like the cartilage in the ear. If the hips are forced into a stretched-out position too early, the ball is at risk of permanently deforming the edges of the cup shaped socket (hip dysplasia) or gradually slipping out of the socket altogether (hip dislocation). Hip dysplasia or dislocation in babies is not painful so this may go undetected until walking age and may also result in painful arthritis during adulthood. The risk of hip dysplasia or dislocation is greatest in the first few months of life. By six months of age, most babies have nearly doubled in size, the hips are more developed and the ligaments are stronger, so are less susceptible to developing hip dysplasia.
The most unhealthy position for the hips during infancy is when the legs are held in extension with the hips and knees straight and the legs brought together, which is the opposite of the fetal position. The risk to the hips is greater when this unhealthy position is maintained for a long time. Healthy hip positioning avoids positions that may cause or contribute to development of hip dysplasia or dislocation. The healthiest position for the hips is for the hips to fall or spread (naturally) apart to the side, with the thighs supported and the hips and knees bent. This position has been called the jockey position, straddle position, frog position, spread-squat position or human position. Free movement of the hips without forcing them together promotes natural hip development. Some types of baby carriers and other equipment may interfere with healthy hip positioning. Such devices include but are not limited to baby carriers, slings, wraps, pouches, car seats, exercisers, rockers, jumpers, swings, bouncers and walkers, and molded seating items.
These devices could inadvertently place hips in an unhealthy position, especially when used for extended periods of time. Any device that restrains a baby’s legs in an unhealthy position should be considered a potential risk for abnormal hip development. It is also important to assess the size of the baby and match the device and carrier to the size of the child so that the hips can be in a healthy position during transport. Parents are advised to research the general safety and risks of any device they wish to use. When in doubt, we recommend involving your primary health-care provider in any further decision-making that may be medically relevant. These series of drawings demonstrate typical devices that allow healthier hip positioning in comparison to those which do not. Back to Prevention of Hip DysplaisaCompare Hot Sale Factory Price with the Best Quality Two Position Chairs D03-4 Transfusion chair Hengshui Yongxing Medical Apparatus Factory US $20-100 1 Set Action 100SFL chrome P56PU
Action 105SFL chrome P56PU Action 115SFL chrome P57PU Action 110SFL chrome P57PU product description100 - backrest upholstered105 - mesh backrest110 - backrest upholstered, headrest115 - mesh backrest, headrestmechanismSynchro SFL -adjustment of seat height, seat/backrest tilt movement synchronising mechanism with the possibility to adjust the resilience of the backrest to the weight of the sitting person with additional functions: sliding seat, seat /backrest tilt.baseFive-star aluminium base.Variant:– chrome (polished aluminum)armrestP56PU – height adjustable armrest (range 70 mm), sliding pad (range +/- 25 mm) with pivot option (+/- 25°on each side), polyurethane pad. Armrest's frame colour - chrome. P57PU – height adjustable armrest (range 60 mm), sliding pad (range +/- 37 mm), polyurethane pad. Armrest's frame colour - chrome.gas liftSoft cushion improving comfort of seating.castors / glides - standard - decorative castors - option - regular castors - option - decorative hard glides (for soft floors) or felt glides(for hard floors)seatBlack plastic cover;
cold molded foam - density 80 kg/m3.backrestBack frame made of polyamide fiber. Adjustable lumbar support upholstered always in black ECO.headrestAdjustable headrest is always mesh upholstered.net weight100 – 24,5 kg105 – 24,0 kg110 – 25,5 kg115 – 25,0 kggross weight100 – 29,5 kg105 – 29,0 kg110 – 30,5 kg115 – 30,0 kg Synchro Action Operating instructionAction / Active / LightUp / Motto / Niko / One / Perfo III / Veris / Veris Net / Xenon / Xenon Net Assembly instruction The Baby K'tan ORIGINAL is made of 100% jersey knit cotton (similar to a t-shirt) with a unique one-way stretch. This all natural cotton fabric offers a soft and cozy carrier for parent and baby. The Baby K'tan BREEZE is made of 100% cotton - with jersey knit cotton on one half of the loops and a unique cotton-mesh on the other half of the loops. This cotton-mesh construction allows for added airflow when compared to the Baby K'tan ORIGINAL. The Baby K'tan ACTIVE is made of a 100% polyester hi-tech performance fabric (similar to a sports shirt).
This material provides a unique temperature control, is breathable, quick-dry, wicks away sweat and moisture and blocks over 90% UVA and UVB rays. Excellent for summer or outdoor use. What is the age/weight limit of the Baby K'tan? The Baby K'tan is recommended for use with babies weighing 8-35lbs. (consult your pediatrician for use with preemies). Be sure to follow all instructions and safety tips when wearing your baby in the Baby K'tan. The Baby K’tan is offered in sizes XS, S, M, L and XL. Sizing is based on your pre-pregnancy fitted dress size (or jacket size for men). Please refer to our sizing calculator to determine your size. If you are in-between sizes, we recommend choosing the smaller size.The Baby K'tan is sized to fit the wearer and we have sizes ranging up to Women's size 22 and Men's Suit Size 50. The Baby K’tan is meant to be fitted, like a “snug” t-shirt and a personal item of clothing. Two people can share if they are the same size; however if one size will fit your partner and another would fit you, we recommend that you each purchase your own size in order to have a secure nd comfortable fit.
The Baby K'tan is a sized item and does not have any buckles, snaps or rings that need to be adjusted. When the correct size is purchased, the Baby K'tan will fit the wearer securely.See Breastfeeding Tips for details. We no longer list a Twin Position in the Baby K’tan. This is per the new Baby Carrier Industry Standards which state that baby carriers should only be used for one infant at a time. We would therefore recommend wearing one baby at a time or having a second adult wear the second baby. It is still a great help to be able to wear one baby and have your hands free to tend to the other! Our carriers are made of soft fabrics (no buckles or snaps) and are machine washable and dryer safe. Care Instructions: Machine wash cold, with like colors only. Non-chlorine bleach when needed. Wash separately before first use. The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is designed to stretch with use and tighten up in the wash. Accordingly, the carrier may feel a bit snug after washing;
however, the cross stretch of the fabric enables the K'tan to stretch back out. If your carrier feels a bit snug after washing, this wearing tips video may be helpful.The patented double-loop design of the Baby K’tan distributes baby’s weight evenly across your shoulders and back, and the back-support band helps the wearer to adjust and center the loops of the carrier. The wide fabric can be spread over your shoulders to further distribute baby’s weight and the included sash can be tied around you and baby for added support. Is the Baby K'tan good for my baby's hips? Yes, the Baby K'tan offers ergonomic positions that promote healthy infant development. The wide fabric can be spread open to create an ergnomic and comfortable seat, with baby's legs in an "M" position (fabric reaching the bend in baby's knees, with knees at or above the level of baby's bottom). Once baby's muscles are more developed (6 months or so), you can also wear your baby in the forward facing Adventure position.
Be sure to follow the same "M" position tips described above.Babies enter the world with fragile, easily over-stimulated nervous systems. Infants that are carried in slings, wraps and baby carriers experience the stimulating sounds, sights and smells that their parent experiences, while at the same time being securely swaddled, providing safety and assurance to the infant. Baby carriers offer a gentle way of transitioning your baby from the calm environment of the womb to the busy outside world. Before using any baby carrier, sling or wrap always make sure you consult your pediatrician regarding any health complications your infant may be experiencing. The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier has been endorsed by several medical professionals.Children with developmental delays and special needs benefit from being carried close to the wearer, especially during the infant stage. The Baby K’tan creates the ideal environment for development and growth. At the same time, it offers infants a tight swaddled, deep pressure input, providing security and assurance to infants with sensory integration dysfunction and other developmental disorders such as Autism and Cerebral Palsy.
Studies have also shown that infants with hypotonia (low muscle tone) are adversely affected by baby carriers that place their legs in excessive abduction (legs spread too far apart) before their muscles are fully developed. With the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier, there is a position where babies can still face forward and see the world while having their legs in a more developmentally appropriate posture. The Baby K'tan carrier was also developed by two couples trying to find the best babywearing solution for their children with special needs. Read more about it here. Our Baby Carrier is tested for quality and safety under FHSA (Federal Hazardous Substances Act) and ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) guidelines. Read and follow all instructions and warnings before use. We are committed to protecting your privacy and do not distribute your information to outside parties. See our Policies page for more details. You can purchase online or find a store location near you.