Guest guest Posted February 11, 2003 Report Share Posted February 11, 2003 Hi Janine, Is the mark on her head there all the time or does it go away after an hour or so? We were always told marks that went away within an hour were okay, but anything longer was a problem that needed the orthotist's attention. I would call and make an appointment to have it looked at. They may need to shave out some of the foam over the forehead. Kerri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 11, 2003 Report Share Posted February 11, 2003 Janine, That is the kind of red mark that had in the beginning of her treatment. My ortho ended up putting moleskin in her band. That took care of the problem for good. After the moleskin was in, she never had a red mark on her forehead again! When is your next appointment? Hopefully they'll put some moleskin in her band. You took a great shot of her forehead!! Please keep us posted. > Hi there > I had posted before about the chafing on Isabella's forehead, it had been looking a little better but it seems like it keeps flaring up after a full night in the helmet. I attached a picture of it, I was hoping someone could take a look and let me know if their child experienced this as well. It is a little shiny because I put some Aquaphor on it, I have been alternating that and Cortizone. For the time being I am keeping her helmet off because I am so worried about the condition of the skin. I cropped the image way down so as to save bandwidth, please let me know what you think. I am bummed about keeping the helmet off as I really think I am starting to see some rounding, although I look at her head so much I don't know if I trust my eyes anymore ;-)! > Thanks, > Janine & Isabella in Boston(banded on 1/31/03 at 8 months) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 11, 2003 Report Share Posted February 11, 2003 I wonder if your child may be allergic to the soap used to clean the helmet. You might wish to consider waiting to put helmet back on until the redness is gone. Speak to your orthotist. I fear corizone being a steroid can actually weaken the skin. Again speak to your doctor. It is best to be safe........ We used dove baby soap and rinse well with water afterwards, always putting helmet on dry. We know of sensitive skin. Ben is a redhead. Sponagle's In New Brunswick > Hi there > I had posted before about the chafing on Isabella's forehead, it had been looking a little better but it seems like it keeps flaring up after a full night in the helmet. I attached a picture of it, I was hoping someone could take a look and let me know if their child experienced this as well. It is a little shiny because I put some Aquaphor on it, I have been alternating that and Cortizone. For the time being I am keeping her helmet off because I am so worried about the condition of the skin. I cropped the image way down so as to save bandwidth, please let me know what you think. I am bummed about keeping the helmet off as I really think I am starting to see some rounding, although I look at her head so much I don't know if I trust my eyes anymore ;-)! > Thanks, > Janine & Isabella in Boston(banded on 1/31/03 at 8 months) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 11, 2003 Report Share Posted February 11, 2003 Janine, From what I can tell it doesn't look like a pressure point red spot. It looks more like an irritation. I would certainly call the ortho to see if they could put somehthing in there to help with this problem. Dustie, mom to , DOCband 12/23/02 > Hi there > I had posted before about the chafing on Isabella's forehead, it had been looking a little better but it seems like it keeps flaring up after a full night in the helmet. I attached a picture of it, I was hoping someone could take a look and let me know if their child experienced this as well. It is a little shiny because I put some Aquaphor on it, I have been alternating that and Cortizone. For the time being I am keeping her helmet off because I am so worried about the condition of the skin. I cropped the image way down so as to save bandwidth, please let me know what you think. I am bummed about keeping the helmet off as I really think I am starting to see some rounding, although I look at her head so much I don't know if I trust my eyes anymore ;-)! > Thanks, > Janine & Isabella in Boston(banded on 1/31/03 at 8 months) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 6, 2007 Report Share Posted July 6, 2007 Hello Everyone; I get my happiness through the happiness of others, so with this, please let me know which you all would prefer- attempted wisdom (laughing) or poetry. It is easy to see that wisdom and compassion abound here already. In truth, wisdom is really only a personal aspect. What may be totally true and accepted by one's self and others will not be accepted by others. If ever I do post and someone is offended or confused, this will never never be intentional. One mans garbage is another mans feast. So we all must find our own path, expand also but keep what we absorb in our true self and not simply digest something because it tastes good. As for the poems, I see my words and see in them a repetition. Different words, different scenerios, but they (at least to me) are all saying the same thing. So, please feel open to guide me in which direction I can and will add more light to an already gleaming group. A p.s.; I am limited to library pcs tues-fri, which have time limitations and sticky keyboards, thus my elementary school looking words sometimes. Forgive this please. May all here have a most wonderful weekend. Compassion To All, Randy Pinpoint customers who are looking for what you sell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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