Hi,

She's just over 7 months.

I heard that after a certain age that X ray is prefered but I've since been told that because it can't be assessed from different angles in 'real time', just having one x-ray is usually inconclusive and a number need to be done in various positions to give a clear picture of what's happening.

I've also read that once a baby is a certain age just feeling a click while manipulating the hip can't be relied on either because it can be the ligaments, which isn't a problem... a bit like when your wrist, fingers or knee clicks sometimes.

I know I'm probably clutching at straws here but I'm really hoping she doesn't have to go through this again. She was so upset with the pavlik and has really come on since it came off...

The hospital have called today and we've got an appointment on Fri, they've promised us their top consultant and want to do some more tests, including an US to see what's going on... I know they'll probably want to go ahead with the cast but fingers crossed evrything will show up ok.

Thanks for your help and advice... keep it coming!