Orthotics & Prosthetics

Cranial Technologies - Helmet For a Flat Head - Who To Work With To Get The Best Treatment

As a parent, it can be nerve racking to see that your son or daughter has a flat spot on their head!

1.) The Questions That You Are Asking Yourself

A.) What do you do? 
B.) Do you try to turn your child while they are sleeping, so this spot goes away? 
C.) What if that doesn't work? 
D.) Will you be able to get any rest for yourself, always repositioning your child in bed? 
E.) If your son or daughters hair grows out, then would the spot be unseen? 
F.) Will my child have brain damage as a result of a flat spot?

Talk about a struggle! - The problem here is that the "repositioning" approach is based on logical thought, but it is not a medically stable alternative that works in all cases.

2.) The Answers That You Are Looking For

A.) A Non-invasive treatment option that won't hurt your child 
B.) A treatment option, other than surgery, that will return your child's head to a more normal shape. 
C.) A cost effective option that won't kill your bank account!

3.) A Great Option For You To Consider - A Cranial Molding Helmet

Let's start at the beginning. When you are wanting to learn more about these special helmets, called cranial molding helmets, it is time to visit a brace specialist. These individuals should have a license in orthotics and they are called "orthotists". These individuals will make a custom helmet for your child and what the helmet basically does is allow growth in the areas where it is needed. The orthotist will create this helmet (padded on the inside) that will hold the normal growth of your child steady, while allowing the repressed area to fill in naturally. - This is a very general overview, but this is the basic premise.

4.) Does My Isurance Cover A Helmet For My Son or Daughter?

The best thing you can do is bring your health insurance in to the orthotics company you are working with. This company is the same place where you will visit with the brace specialist called an orthotist. - Bring your health insurance card and ID and the people there will be able to give you a quote of benefits. The coverage you have in your policy, including any deductible amount will all be factored in to the coverage "equation". Based upon this information, you will be able to decide what is best for you financially at this time.

Note to reader: This is health information. It is best to speak with your local orthostis and medical doctor regarding medical advice about these helmets. This article can be very helpful, but it is not medical advice.

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