Guest guest Posted June 5, 2008 Report Share Posted June 5, 2008 The straps are high because the jacket is applied on an appropriate sized, 3-dimensional casting frame, while the child is laying down. Once the child is up and running their little bodies relax into the jacket and the straps get higher (gravity). Applying form fitting shoulder straps also takes some practice and a little trimming, before the child leaves the hospital, so their ears aren’t rubbing on them. Shoulder straps may seem uncomfortable and unnecessary, but they are key for addressing thoracic curves/rotation…Take another look at the baby in Mehtas article. The shoulder straps are high, but not to the point of intolerance. The jacket also has appropriate windows, which are also a very important guideline for Early Treatment. HRH Re: Sandi I tend to agree, . I think there is something going on that we're losing correction and since that's the only visible difference, I can't help but think it must be at least part of the equation. The over-arm straps were always very loose and high, though and didn't seem to be doing much when we were in Chicago. The last time they weren't even stable - I could pop them around quite easily and they sat maybe an inch and a half higher than the top of his shoulder. I think Tina said Sophia's was the same way that cast. I hope that Dr. D and Angie get back with us soon. She said hopefully this week. S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 5, 2008 Report Share Posted June 5, 2008 Definitely a huge difference in what it should be, then. S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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