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VicHip is more than a registry
We are a passionate research team working hand-in-hand with families and health professionals to enhance hip care and outcomes for children and adults with hip dysplasia.
What is VicHip?
The Victorian hip dysplasia registry, or VicHip, is a clinical registry of patients diagnosed with hip dysplasia in Victoria. We work closely with families and health professionals to improve hip care and outcomes for future patients.
Hip dysplasia, also known as developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), is a condition where the hip joint does not develop normally. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term problems.
Through research and collaboration, we aim to:
- learn more about its causes and risk factors
- find better ways to screen, diagnose and treat the condition
- unite families and health professionals in a powerful alliance to enhance care and services in Victoria.
Learn more for parents or health professionals
Watch a short video ► Understanding VicHip: Advancing hip dysplasia research
Who is conducting VicHip?
VicHip is led by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute. We work with various organisations and hospitals across Victoria, including The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne. Learn more about our partners and supporters.
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Proudly in partnership with
VicHip is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care under the Medical Research Future Fund grant 2015989.
Murdoch Children's Research Institute acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of lands on which we work and pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging.