MoveMe Health | Cranial Plagiocephaly

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Orthotic treatment options for Plagiocephaly/ Brachycephaly include casting or scanning the head to make a custom-made corrective helmet. This will require periodic adjustment as the cranial shape develops and is corrected.

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What is Plagiocephaly?

Plagiocephaly means “oblique head” (from Greek: plagio = oblique, and cephale = head). It’s called a parallelogram deformity because if you look down on the infant’s head (bird’s-eye-view), this is the shape you will see. From this angle, it seems as if half of the head has been pushed forward, often accompanied by misalignment of the ears, facial asymmetry and bulging forehead.

Use of Helmeting

Helmets are made of a hard outer shell with a foam lining. Gentle, persistent pressures are applied to capture the natural growth of an infant's head while inhibiting growth in the prominent areas and allowing for growth in the flat regions. As the head grows, adjustments are made frequently. The helmet essentially provides a tight, round space for the head to grow into.

FAQs

How long will my child wear a helmet?

The average treatment with a helmet is usually three to six months, depending on the infant's age and the severity of the condition. Careful and frequent monitoring is required, and a licensed physician with craniofacial experience must prescribe helmets.