Guest guest Posted April 19, 2002 Report Share Posted April 19, 2002 I'm just starting to investigate use of helmet/doc band for my son , 7 months, who has a noticeable flat spot on back side of head. Xrays have ruled out synostosis (thankfully), and 1 plastic surgeon I talked to recommended this treatment. Problem is I can't find any other physicians who are recommending this (including 's pediatrician), as they say there is no scientific research that supports this process. They all believe it'll take care of itself. Is anyone aware of any research that validates this therapy, specifically some type of control group that did not have this treatment, where it was found after 2 years or so that their heads did not correct itself? Also wondering if anyone who has used the helmet has used it for less than the recommended 23 hours/day, and if so, any sense of how that may have affected the outcome? Any input along these lines would be much appreciated. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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