Finding an answer to questions about your baby’s head shape can be difficult. There are many different opinions amongst health professionals. There is unlimited information available on the internet, but that’s often difficult to interpret. No wonder it becomes confusing.
Does My Child Need a Helmet?
We use a 3D scanner for the assessment of baby head shapes. This technology is the most accurate method available for head shape assessment.
We use this 3D data to analyse your baby's head shape and accurately define a level of severity. This severity level information allows you to make an informed decision about treatment options for your baby.
The scanner utilises a structured light to capture the 3D image of your baby's head shape. There are no safety concerns when using this type of light on infants or children.
Following clinical assessment and a 3D scan of your baby’s head shape, your Orthotist will outline your treatment options.
We aim to provide you with comprehensive information about your baby's head shape and allow you to make an informed decision about treatment choices.
You may choose to proceed with helmet therapy or return for a review at 4 or 6 weeks.
Our orthotists are happy to offer advice on how to prevent a flat head in your baby.
Each helmet is custom made from a 3D scan of your baby's head.
Not everyone requires an Orthokids helmet to improve their baby’s head shape. Some families don’t require anything more than positioning advice for parents and their babies.
Before you can make a decision, your baby requires a 3D head shape assessment.
Clinical measurement and assessment by our experienced Orthotists allow you to make an informed choice on your baby’s head shape.
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The helmet relieves pressure over the flat spot on your baby's head.
We do not squeeze the skull back into shape but redirect the growth to fill out the flattened area.
The Orthokids Helmet is used to treat babies between 4 and 12 months of age for asymmetrical head shapes, such as positional plagiocephaly and brachycephaly, when other treatment options have not been successful.
If you decide to proceed with an Orthokids helmet for your baby, our team of clinicians and software engineers will begin designing and manufacturing your baby's helmet.
It takes approximately 8 business days until your baby's helmet will be ready for fitting.
Following fitting, we review your baby frequently to re-scan and adjust the fit as the head grows.
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