Going the Extra Mile for Hip Dysplasia
Miles4Hips is a patient-driven collective that is dedicated to raising hip dysplasia awareness, supporting the efforts of national and international organizations who support and advance hip dysplasia care, providing information and resources for the hip dysplasia community, and promoting the enjoyment of movement and miles in all people for healthy hips and minds.
Miles4Hips is a patient-driven collective for those affected by hip dysplasia. Read more about our mission, vision and goals.
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On June 16, Donna marks the 60th anniversary of the surgery she underwent at just five-and-a-half years old in Toronto—a surgery that allowed her to
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Miles4Hips Hip Dysplasia Awareness Month T-Shirts are on sale now through July 4, 2026! This year’s Stronger Together design celebrates the many people who make
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How Long Does a Total Hip Replacement Last?
Check out this article from the International Hip Dysplasia Institute. It discusses some exciting new research on the longevity of total hip replacements. https://hipdysplasia.org/how-long-does-a-total-hip-last/
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Day of Movement Meet Ups!
Want to meet or help connect hip dysplasia patients, families, friends, medical providers, and advocates in your community? Consider organizing a local meet-up on October 9, 2021! The meet-up can be as formal or as informal as you want. Click here for more information on creating a meet up! For more information on the Day…
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Pass the Crutch 2021!
Pass the Crutch 2021 is here! Thank you to everyone who submitted videos, this was a fun way to connect our community around the globe!
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International Hip Dysplasia Institute Website
Have you checked out the International Hip Dysplasia Institute’s website recently? It is full of great information and articles. Here is just a small sample of what you can find on their website! Diagnosis for infants and children https://hipdysplasia.org/infant-child/infant-diagnosis/ Infant and child tips for parents https://hipdysplasia.org/infant-child/tips-for-parents/ Learn about hip preservation surgery. https://hipdysplasia.org/adults/hip-preservation-surgery/ Learn more about…
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Quiz #4!
It’s time for our next quiz! All of the answers can be found at https://miles4hips.com/ Miles4Hips collaborates with which of the following? International Hip Dysplasia Registry International Hip Dysplasia Institute PAO Buddies All of the Above The “Cup shaped structure that encloses the head of the femur (thigh bone)” describes which of the following? Acetabulum Arthroscopy…
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Day of Movement 2021
Get excited for the 3rd annual Miles4Hips Day of Movement! This year’s Day of Movement will Saturday, October 9, 2021. How do you plan to go the extra mile for hip dysplasia this year??? Click here for more information! Check out our videos from the 2019 and 2020 Day of Movement!
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Meet Ashley!
Miles4Hips board member Ashley shares her story of perseverance in the face of 24 hip surgeries, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, complications, infections, the loss of her hip and 1/3 of her proximal femur. She does not let this get in the way of her life, and has found a love of adaptive sports including skiing and wheelchair…
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Quiz #3!
It’s time for our next quiz! All of the answers can be found on our website at https://miles4hips.com/hip-dysplasia-healthy-bodies-healthy-hips-healthy-minds 1. What condition is hip dysplasia more common with? Torn Meniscus Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Hypermobility/EDS 2. How many essential nutrients are there? 3. True or False, you need more protein post-operatively? Use the google form below to…
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Sticker Search #2!
Join us for an “Easter Egg Hunt” to find the sticker in the picture on our website. The sticker can be found in one of the Rehabilitation section pieces. Once you find it use the google form below to submit your entry and be entered in a drawing to win a T-Shirt for the Day…
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Hip Dysplasia Management Videos
Alexa Duckworth Briggs, an adult hip dysplasia patient, sports massage therapist, and running coach in the UK shares many strategies for managing hip dysplasia. Click here for the videos!
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How Long Does a Total Hip Replacement Last?
Check out this article from the International Hip Dysplasia Institute. It discusses some exciting new research on the longevity of total hip replacements. https://hipdysplasia.org/how-long-does-a-total-hip-last/
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Day of Movement Meet Ups!
Want to meet or help connect hip dysplasia patients, families, friends, medical providers, and advocates in your community? Consider organizing a local meet-up on October 9, 2021! The meet-up can be as formal or as informal as you want. Click here for more information on creating a meet up! For more information on the Day…
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Pass the Crutch 2021!
Pass the Crutch 2021 is here! Thank you to everyone who submitted videos, this was a fun way to connect our community around the globe!
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International Hip Dysplasia Institute Website
Have you checked out the International Hip Dysplasia Institute’s website recently? It is full of great information and articles. Here is just a small sample of what you can find on their website! Diagnosis for infants and children https://hipdysplasia.org/infant-child/infant-diagnosis/ Infant and child tips for parents https://hipdysplasia.org/infant-child/tips-for-parents/ Learn about hip preservation surgery. https://hipdysplasia.org/adults/hip-preservation-surgery/ Learn more about…
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Quiz #4!
It’s time for our next quiz! All of the answers can be found at https://miles4hips.com/ Miles4Hips collaborates with which of the following? International Hip Dysplasia Registry International Hip Dysplasia Institute PAO Buddies All of the Above The “Cup shaped structure that encloses the head of the femur (thigh bone)” describes which of the following? Acetabulum Arthroscopy…
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Day of Movement 2021
Get excited for the 3rd annual Miles4Hips Day of Movement! This year’s Day of Movement will Saturday, October 9, 2021. How do you plan to go the extra mile for hip dysplasia this year??? Click here for more information! Check out our videos from the 2019 and 2020 Day of Movement!
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Meet Ashley!
Miles4Hips board member Ashley shares her story of perseverance in the face of 24 hip surgeries, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, complications, infections, the loss of her hip and 1/3 of her proximal femur. She does not let this get in the way of her life, and has found a love of adaptive sports including skiing and wheelchair…
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Quiz #3!
It’s time for our next quiz! All of the answers can be found on our website at https://miles4hips.com/hip-dysplasia-healthy-bodies-healthy-hips-healthy-minds 1. What condition is hip dysplasia more common with? Torn Meniscus Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Hypermobility/EDS 2. How many essential nutrients are there? 3. True or False, you need more protein post-operatively? Use the google form below to…
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Sticker Search #2!
Join us for an “Easter Egg Hunt” to find the sticker in the picture on our website. The sticker can be found in one of the Rehabilitation section pieces. Once you find it use the google form below to submit your entry and be entered in a drawing to win a T-Shirt for the Day…
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Hip Dysplasia Management Videos
Alexa Duckworth Briggs, an adult hip dysplasia patient, sports massage therapist, and running coach in the UK shares many strategies for managing hip dysplasia. Click here for the videos!