Ortolani test
The Ortolani test or Ortolani maneuver is part of the physical examination for developmental dysplasia of the hip, along with the Barlow maneuver.[1]
It relocates the dislocation of the hip joint that has just been elicited by the Barlow maneuver.[citation needed]
It is performed by an examiner first flexing the hips and knees of a supine infant to 90 degrees, then with the examiner's index fingers placing anterior pressure on the greater trochanters, gently and smoothly abducting the infant's legs using the examiner's thumbs. A positive sign is a distinctive 'clunk' which can be heard and felt as the femoral head relocates anteriorly into the acetabulum:[2]
Specifically, this tests for posterior dislocation of the hip.[citation needed]
This is part of the standard infant exam performed preferably in early infancy; it usually becomes negative after 2 months of age.[citation needed]
It is performed with the Barlow maneuver and inspection of the hip joint and legs.[citation needed]
It is named for Marino Ortolani, who developed it in 1937.[3]
A descendent of Marino Ortolani, Michael Ortolani has verified this, and is a direct descendent, through his father's family.
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