Hip Spica Cast Treatment in Turkey
About Hip Spica Cast
Key Highlights
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Provides rigid, non-surgical immobilization for optimal healing.Highly effective for maintaining alignment in pediatric hip and femur conditions.Custom-molded for patient-specific fit and comfort.Can prevent the need for more invasive surgery in many cases.Allows for early discharge from the hospital with home-based care.
Who is this surgery for?
- Femur fractures in infants and young children.
- Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) to maintain the hip in a reduced position.
- Post-operative stabilization following hip surgery (e.g., osteotomy).
- Certain pelvic fractures in children.
- Management of hip infections (like septic arthritis) after initial treatment.
How to prepare
- Medical evaluation including X-rays to confirm diagnosis and plan cast application.
- Discussion of the procedure, care requirements, and recovery expectations with the family.
- Administration of sedation or general anesthesia, especially for children, to ensure stillness and comfort during application.
- Skin cleaning and application of a soft stockinette and padding over bony areas to prevent pressure sores.
- Positioning the child on a specialized spica cast table or frame.
Risks & possible complications
- Skin irritation, pressure sores, or rash under the cast.
- Compartment syndrome (rare but serious pressure build-up in the muscles).
- Cast loosening or breakage, requiring replacement.
- Joint stiffness or muscle atrophy due to prolonged immobilization.
- Difficulty with hygiene, leading to skin infections or unpleasant odor.
- Discomfort, itching, or challenges with positioning and transportation.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for cast drying and family education on care.
- Keeping the cast clean and completely dry at all times.
- Regularly checking the skin at cast edges for redness or sores and the toes for color, warmth, and sensation.
- Using specialized equipment like a spica cast car seat, wheelchair, or stroller for mobility.
- Managing pain with prescribed medications as needed.
- Attending all scheduled follow-up appointments for cast checks and X-rays to monitor healing.
- Undergoing physical therapy after cast removal to regain strength and range of motion.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks (cast duration varies by condition)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering hip spica cast in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for hip spica cast in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform hip spica cast. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for hip spica cast compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Hip Spica Cast in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing hip spica cast.
Instabul, Turkey
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Aditya Verma is a 2-year-old boy...
Aditya Verma is a 2-year-old boy from a loving family in suburban Mumbai. He is a curious, active toddler who loves to run after his older sister. His parents noticed he had started limping and seemed to cry in pain when he tried to walk or stand. After a minor fall from a low couch, his discomfort worsened. An X-ray at the local hospital revealed a displaced fracture in his left femur (thigh bone). The pediatric orthopedist, Dr. Mehta, explained that due to Aditya's age and the location of the fracture, the best and most conservative treatment was a Hip Spica Cast. This full-body cast would hold his hip and leg perfectly still to allow the fragile bone to heal correctly without surgery. The casting procedure under light sedation was stressful for his parents, but quick. The first few days at home were challenging, bathing, diaper changes, and carrying the heavy cast required a new routine. Aditya was frustrated by his immobility. However, within a week, he adapted, finding ways to play while seated. After six weeks, the cast was removed. Follow-up X-rays showed perfect healing. Aditya regained his ability to walk within a month of cast removal. His parents' initial anxiety and heartbreak at seeing him in the large cast transformed into immense relief and gratitude for this non-invasive solution that allowed their son to heal completely and return to his playful self.
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