Orthotic helmet therapy in the treatment of plagiocephaly
Jack. Orthomerica Starband Orthotic (helmet) therapy in the treatment of … READ MORE
Brachycephaly
Positional plagiocephaly – A survey of services across Canada
Across Canada, professionals from various disciplines work in the area of … READ MORE
Heads-up on positional plagiocephaly and whether it can affect a child’s development
When a child has positional plagiocephaly/brachycephaly (PPB) secondary to sleeping … READ MORE
How restrictive baby equipment can hinder development
As parents, we rely on convenient places to keep babies safe and contained, but … READ MORE
What’s the best treatment for positional plagiocephaly in infants?
Physical therapy—with helmet therapy if needed—is the recommended treatment for … READ MORE
Earlier helmet therapy yields better results for infants with skull flattening
For infants with skull flattening related to sleep position, starting helmet therapy … READ MORE
New research gives parents a heads-up (on plagiocephaly)
This morning, Kennedy had her 12-week scan done at STAR. I was so excited to take … READ MORE
Physical therapy is highly effective for infants with congenital muscular torticollis
Congenital muscular torticollis (CMT) is a common postural deformity in infants, and … READ MORE
Flat head syndrome – what is it?
The term Flat Head Syndrome is another term for Plagiocephaly. Plagiocephaly is a … READ MORE
Family shows solidarity with their 4-month-old who needs a helmet
Gary and Shayna Gutierrez, parents of two from San Antonio, Texas, found out last … READ MORE
Conservative therapy can correct positional plagiocephaly
Researchers investigating the effectiveness of treatments for positional … READ MORE
Helmet study highlighted in The New York Times is flawed
Cranial remolding expert Ellie Boomer CPO, shares her commentary on the helmet … READ MORE
Almost half of babies have flat spot on head, but prevention is simple
Parents can take a few simple steps to prevent their baby’s head from becoming … READ MORE
3D printed helmet aids babies healing from flat head syndrome
Recently “headway” is being made around the use of 3D printing for … READ MORE
New guidelines review evidence on PT, helmets for positional plagiocephaly
Positional plagiocephaly is a common condition encountered by pediatricians and … READ MORE
What is torticollis and deformational plagiocephaly?
Males Twins Superhero Siblings. Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids … READ MORE
Helmet therapy for infant positional skull deformation ‘should be discouraged’
New research published in the BMJ suggests that for positional skull deformation in … READ MORE
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