Going the Extra Mile for Hip Dysplasia
Miles4Hips is a patient-driven, collaborative initiative between individuals affected by hip dysplasia and the International Hip Dysplasia Institute (IHDI). The IHDI is the global leader in educational, research, and technological initiatives aimed at prevention, early diagnosis, and innovative treatment options to minimize the long-term impacts of hip dysplasia for infants, children, adolescents, and adults. We are dedicated to raising awareness of adolescent and adult hip dysplasia, supporting the efforts of the International Hip Dysplasia Institute (IHDI), providing information and resources for the adolescent and adult hip dysplasia community, and promoting the enjoyment of movement and miles in all people for healthy hips and minds.
Miles4Hips is a patient-driven, collaborative initiative between individuals affected by hip dysplasia and the International Hip Dysplasia Institute (IHDI). Read more about our mission, vision and goals.
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The 5 W’s of Second Opinions
So, you think you should get a second opinion about your hip. What does that even mean? Why seek another opinion? Who should you see? Where do you choose to go? When should you seek another opinion? How do you make it happen? Read on to have your questions answered!
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The Hip Dysplasia Experience
Check out our interviews where we explore the Hip Dysplasia Experience through the lens of people who live it. Want to participate in a patient experience interview? Contact us at Miles4Hips@gmail.com. We would love to meet you!
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Podcast: Anterior vs Posterior Hip Replacement
People with hip dysplasia may face the decision to have a total hip replacement (THR). There are a number of different ways that THRs can be done. Two of the most common approaches in posterior hip replacement and anterior hip replacement. People facing this decision often want to know what the best approach is. In…
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Help Spread the Word for our 2024 Day of Movement
The 6th annual Day of Movement is on October 12th and we want family, friends, providers, and advocates to join from all over the world. Help us spread the word by sharing our poster on your social media or by downloading a copy from our website and sharing it with friends, family, surgeons, physical therapists,…
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Team Jolie
Meet Team Jolie! Jolie is now brace and cast free and is enjoying lots of walking on her healthy hips! Learn more about Jolie’s journey with hip dysplasia and how she and her family plan to celebrate and raise awareness on October 12th!
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Gabriella’s Story
Gabriella had hip pain for 10 years before being diagnosed with hip dysplasia. She recently had a PAO and is looking forward to seeing where the next few months take her.
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Crutch and Mobility Training
Nancy Muir, a physical therapist, hip dysplasia patient, and Miles4Hips founder shares these videos on basic crutch and mobility training. Nancy spent the first few years of her career working in hospitals where she trained patients in these skills daily. But it wasn’t until she was diagnosed with hip dysplasia and was a patient that…
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Colette’s Story
Colette had the unique experience of caring for patients undergoing PAO surgery as a healthcare professional while navigating her own hip dysplasia journey. Colette ran her first marathon a month before her PAO and is already looking forward to running many more miles!
Latest News
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The 5 W’s of Second Opinions
So, you think you should get a second opinion about your hip. What does that even mean? Why seek another opinion? Who should you see? Where do you choose to go? When should you seek another opinion? How do you make it happen? Read on to have your questions answered!
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The Hip Dysplasia Experience
Check out our interviews where we explore the Hip Dysplasia Experience through the lens of people who live it. Want to participate in a patient experience interview? Contact us at Miles4Hips@gmail.com. We would love to meet you!
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Podcast: Anterior vs Posterior Hip Replacement
People with hip dysplasia may face the decision to have a total hip replacement (THR). There are a number of different ways that THRs can be done. Two of the most common approaches in posterior hip replacement and anterior hip replacement. People facing this decision often want to know what the best approach is. In…
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Help Spread the Word for our 2024 Day of Movement
The 6th annual Day of Movement is on October 12th and we want family, friends, providers, and advocates to join from all over the world. Help us spread the word by sharing our poster on your social media or by downloading a copy from our website and sharing it with friends, family, surgeons, physical therapists,…
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Team Jolie
Meet Team Jolie! Jolie is now brace and cast free and is enjoying lots of walking on her healthy hips! Learn more about Jolie’s journey with hip dysplasia and how she and her family plan to celebrate and raise awareness on October 12th!
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Gabriella’s Story
Gabriella had hip pain for 10 years before being diagnosed with hip dysplasia. She recently had a PAO and is looking forward to seeing where the next few months take her.
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Crutch and Mobility Training
Nancy Muir, a physical therapist, hip dysplasia patient, and Miles4Hips founder shares these videos on basic crutch and mobility training. Nancy spent the first few years of her career working in hospitals where she trained patients in these skills daily. But it wasn’t until she was diagnosed with hip dysplasia and was a patient that…
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Colette’s Story
Colette had the unique experience of caring for patients undergoing PAO surgery as a healthcare professional while navigating her own hip dysplasia journey. Colette ran her first marathon a month before her PAO and is already looking forward to running many more miles!