The East Baltimore Lift: a simple and effective method for reduction of posterior hip dislocations

J Orthop Trauma. 1999 Jan;13(1):56-7. doi: 10.1097/00005131-199901000-00013.

Abstract

A supine technique for reducing posterior dislocations of the hip is presented. We believe this technique provides more controlled traction than do other maneuvers and have found it to be a safe and effective method to reduce the posteriorly dislocated hip.

MeSH terms

  • Hip Dislocation / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Manipulation, Orthopedic / methods*