Infant in a cast for Hip dysplasia. Will a Radian work?

mom of six

Active member
My friend just found out that her 3 month old daughter will need a cast to help correct her hip dysplasia. The baby has been in a harness for about 3 weeks but they are not seeing the progress they would like to see. She currently rides in a Graco Click Connect 30 and fits with the harness on but I am thinking a cast will be a different story.

I have a SK Radian I can give her. What issues will she have with fit?
 
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safeinthecar

Moderator - CPS Technician
The Radian should work. I wouldn't be surprised if you have to put the crotch strap on the outermost position though. It's against the manual, but SN is all about trying to break as few rules as possible, not about best practice. You'll have to pad the gaps behind the cast and the shell and as far up her back as needed to keep her aligned within the cast and prevent pressure sores on her back, but don't put so much padding that it thrusts her forward into the front edge of the cast where she can't breathe properly. For a little bitty baby like that you also have to watch that she isn't so far scooted forward in the seat that her head hit the shell in a way that forces her chin into her chest. Sometimes that can't be corrected with padding and a car bed is really the only option. I can consult via Skype if you want.
 

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