Re: Latest CST visit and Hand measurements

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

Sorry about the measurements.  Try to remember what matters is how her

head looks.  I understand improved measurements help mentally, since

I'm feeling the same. I think it is highly possible that 's head

improved visually even if the measurements don't reflect it. 

Now that you have the hand measurements, you could try the scan.  The

hand measurements sound confusing since 's head must have grown

some place since Aug.  The scan will be more accurate.  The most likely

outcome may be the scan shows little improvement, but then you are no

worse off than you are now with the outcome of the hand measurements. 

At least then you would know for sure and after an initial

disappointment, you would probably go on.  There is also the

possibility that there would be some improvement, and you would feel

better.  I highly doubt the measurement would show 's head got

worse, at least not more than measurement error.  I would not worry

about feeling embarrassed with the ortho.  This is a sensitive issues

for moms and I would think she would understand.  Personally, though I

always feel scared of what the scans will show.

Once we are done with the helmet, I'm never going back for another

scan.  When the ortho asked my 5 year old if he wanted a head scan, I

was so relieved that he turned it down, since I don't want to know his

measurements.  I think his asymmetry measurement is worse than 's

now, but his head looks okay with hair and he is actually fairly cute.

Good luck and let us know how it goes!

Kathy

wrote:

 

Well, had her last CST appointment on Monday. We took

measurements at the beginning.

 

I was disappointed that the previous numbers that showed

improvement were not confirmed. This time, her head width and legnth

were identical to the numbers from August. However, her plagio numbers

were similar to last time (0 difference). This was true even though she

had grown 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) since August. The good news is that her

measurements show no increase in width in over a year. The bad news is

that even though her head looks longer to me, it's not showing up with

these hand measurements. Her length hasn't increased since August. Or

course, it's confusing to me how her head could have grown over a cm

and not gotten longer or wider (measurement error?)

 

My PT does take the hand measurements in inches instead of mm or

cm and I usually just convert them. So, one eighth of an inch is about

3 mm so any small changes are less likely to show up they way that she

measures it.

 

So, that put 's ratio at 91.3 percent with these hand

measurements. Our PT is really thinking that there is no more reason to

continue because of her age and because she looks pretty good. She did

give the option of another appointment in a couple of months, but I'm

not sure that it's worth it. We've only gone monthly this time around

and I'm not sure that we've gotten full benefit because of it.

 

's latest chiro scan was completely clear so we've gotten

what we can from that. She does continue to go for maintenance

appointments.

 

I'm completely torn about what to do. I can consult with an

osteopath or just let it go. It's so hard to describe what 's

head looks like. I've taken some recent pictures and I'll think I'll

try and post them to get people's feedback. I'd like to know what

others would do if their child's head looks the way that 's

does. It honestly looks quite good considering where we started, but I

was really hoping to get her below 90 percent. I'm not even looking for

a lower 80's number since that would not be realistic given her age.

 

I've been considering taking her back for another starscan and

maybe that is the route to go, but my ortho left us saying that

's head wouldn't change anymore because of her age. So, it'll be

hard for me to call her and ask for a scan. She'll tell me that there's

no need and I'll be embarrased if she's right that there's no change.

 

       

 

[Guest guest]

To complicate everthing, I just got another set of measurements. participates in a Autism research study as a "typically developing" child. They take head measurements at each data point. Today her measurements put her circumferance at 46 mm which is similar to the 18 inches that the PT got. However, her length and width were different and would lead to a ratio of 89.7 percent instead of 91.3 percent. Further, the last measurements that they took were in October and her ratio was in the 90.5ish range. I don't remember exactly and I didn't write it down.

Also, according to their measurements, she has only grown 5 mm since October rather than the 12 mm that the PT reports since August.

Although the difference is really only 1.6 percent, it is significant to me in that I'd be happy with that 89.7 and disappointed with 91.3 percent. Crazy, isn't it? I'm just too much of a numbers person since what really matters is what she looks like. To be honest, I see her head more in line with the 89 to 90 percent range. I'm working on getting up the nerve to call for the scan. I may not do anymore in terms of treatment, but I think I'd really like to know just where she stands.

Re: Latest CST visit and Hand measurements

Hi ,Sorry about the measurements. Try to remember what matters is how her head looks. I understand improved measurements help mentally, since I'm feeling the same. I think it is highly possible that 's head improved visually even if the measurements don't reflect it. Now that you have the hand measurements, you could try the scan. The hand measurements sound confusing since 's head must have grown some place since Aug. The scan will be more accurate. The most likely outcome may be the scan shows little improvement, but then you are no worse off than you are now with the outcome of the hand measurements. At least then you would know for sure and after an initial disappointment, you would probably go on. There is also the possibility that there would be some improvement, and you would feel better. I highly doubt the measurement would show 's head got worse, at least not more than measurement error. I would not worry about feeling embarrassed with the ortho. This is a sensitive issues for moms and I would think she would understand. Personally, though I always feel scared of what the scans will show.Once we are done with the helmet, I'm never going back for another scan. When the ortho asked my 5 year old if he wanted a head scan, I was so relieved that he turned it down, since I don't want to know his measurements. I think his asymmetry measurement is worse than 's now, but his head looks okay with hair and he is actually fairly cute.Good luck and let us know how it goes!Kathy wrote:

Well, had her last CST appointment on Monday. We took measurements at the beginning.

I was disappointed that the previous numbers that showed improvement were not confirmed. This time, her head width and legnth were identical to the numbers from August. However, her plagio numbers were similar to last time (0 difference). This was true even though she had grown 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) since August. The good news is that her measurements show no increase in width in over a year. The bad news is that even though her head looks longer to me, it's not showing up with these hand measurements. Her length hasn't increased since August. Or course, it's confusing to me how her head could have grown over a cm and not gotten longer or wider (measurement error?)

My PT does take the hand measurements in inches instead of mm or cm and I usually just convert them. So, one eighth of an inch is about 3 mm so any small changes are less likely to show up they way that she measures it.

So, that put 's ratio at 91.3 percent with these hand measurements. Our PT is really thinking that there is no more reason to continue because of her age and because she looks pretty good. She did give the option of another appointment in a couple of months, but I'm not sure that it's worth it. We've only gone monthly this time around and I'm not sure that we've gotten full benefit because of it.

's latest chiro scan was completely clear so we've gotten what we can from that. She does continue to go for maintenance appointments.

I'm completely torn about what to do. I can consult with an osteopath or just let it go. It's so hard to describe what 's head looks like. I've taken some recent pictures and I'll think I'll try and post them to get people's feedback. I'd like to know what others would do if their child's head looks the way that 's does. It honestly looks quite good considering where we started, but I was really hoping to get her below 90 percent. I'm not even looking for a lower 80's number since that would not be realistic given her age.

I've been considering taking her back for another starscan and maybe that is the route to go, but my ortho left us saying that 's head wouldn't change anymore because of her age. So, it'll be hard for me to call her and ask for a scan. She'll tell me that there's no need and I'll be embarrased if she's right that there's no change.

[Guest guest]



I think she looks great!!!!! But I would definitely do the scan if you think it will help. Sometimes I wish I would have gone back for measurements with my daughter. The scan wasn't even available where she got hers in 2002. BUt I caught myself looking down from the top of the stairs yesterday at her head. Something I have not done in probably years. I think she has had some natural length gain without width. She just turned 8. She wore a STARband from age 9 to 12 months. I can't be certain though. She was high moderate to severe brachy/plagio.

Angie Jenna STAR grad 2003

Re: Latest CST visit and Hand measurements

Hi ,Sorry about the measurements. Try to remember what matters is how her head looks. I understand improved measurements help mentally, since I'm feeling the same. I think it is highly possible that 's head improved visually even if the measurements don't reflect it. Now that you have the hand measurements, you could try the scan. The hand measurements sound confusing since 's head must have grown some place since Aug. The scan will be more accurate. The most likely outcome may be the scan shows little improvement, but then you are no worse off than you are now with the outcome of the hand measurements. At least then you would know for sure and after an initial disappointment, you would probably go on. There is also the possibility that there would be some improvement, and you would feel better. I highly doubt the measurement would show 's head got worse, at least not more than measurement error. I would not worry about feeling embarrassed with the ortho. This is a sensitive issues for moms and I would think she would understand. Personally, though I always feel scared of what the scans will show.Once we are done with the helmet, I'm never going back for another scan. When the ortho asked my 5 year old if he wanted a head scan, I was so relieved that he turned it down, since I don't want to know his measurements. I think his asymmetry measurement is worse than 's now, but his head looks okay with hair and he is actually fairly cute.Good luck and let us know how it goes!Kathy wrote:

Well, had her last CST appointment on Monday. We took measurements at the beginning.

I was disappointed that the previous numbers that showed improvement were not confirmed. This time, her head width and legnth were identical to the numbers from August. However, her plagio numbers were similar to last time (0 difference). This was true even though she had grown 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) since August. The good news is that her measurements show no increase in width in over a year. The bad news is that even though her head looks longer to me, it's not showing up with these hand measurements. Her length hasn't increased since August. Or course, it's confusing to me how her head could have grown over a cm and not gotten longer or wider (measurement error?)

My PT does take the hand measurements in inches instead of mm or cm and I usually just convert them. So, one eighth of an inch is about 3 mm so any small changes are less likely to show up they way that she measures it.

So, that put 's ratio at 91.3 percent with these hand measurements. Our PT is really thinking that there is no more reason to continue because of her age and because she looks pretty good. She did give the option of another appointment in a couple of months, but I'm not sure that it's worth it. We've only gone monthly this time around and I'm not sure that we've gotten full benefit because of it.

's latest chiro scan was completely clear so we've gotten what we can from that. She does continue to go for maintenance appointments.

I'm completely torn about what to do. I can consult with an osteopath or just let it go. It's so hard to describe what 's head looks like. I've taken some recent pictures and I'll think I'll try and post them to get people's feedback. I'd like to know what others would do if their child's head looks the way that 's does. It honestly looks quite good considering where we started, but I was really hoping to get her below 90 percent. I'm not even looking for a lower 80's number since that would not be realistic given her age.

I've been considering taking her back for another starscan and maybe that is the route to go, but my ortho left us saying that 's head wouldn't change anymore because of her age. So, it'll be hard for me to call her and ask for a scan. She'll tell me that there's no need and I'll be embarrased if she's right that there's no change.

[Guest guest]

Hi,

That makes sense.  You have a goal of below 90, and so you want to

think you made it.  I hope the new measurements are closer to

accurate.  Looking at the charts, I think 5mm since Oct is more likely

than 12mm since Aug.

Best,

Kathy

wrote:

 

To complicate everthing, I just got another set of measurements.

participates in a Autism research study as a "typically

developing" child. They take head measurements at each data point.

Today her measurements put her circumferance at 46 mm which is similar

to the 18 inches that the PT got. However, her length and width were

different and would lead to a ratio of 89.7 percent instead of 91.3

percent. Further, the last measurements that they took were in October

and her ratio was in the 90.5ish range. I don't remember exactly and I

didn't write it down.

 

Also, according to their measurements, she has only grown 5 mm

since October rather than the 12 mm that the PT reports since August.

 

Although the difference is really only 1.6 percent, it is

significant to me in that I'd be happy with that 89.7 and disappointed

with 91.3 percent. Crazy, isn't it? I'm just too much of a numbers

person since what really matters is what she looks like. To be honest,

I see her head more in line with the 89 to 90 percent range. I'm

working on getting up the nerve to call for the scan. I may not do

anymore in terms of treatment, but I think I'd really like to know just

where she stands.

 

 

Re: Latest CST visit and Hand measurements

 

Hi ,

Sorry about the measurements.  Try to remember what matters is how her

head looks.  I understand improved measurements help mentally, since

I'm feeling the same. I think it is highly possible that 's head

improved visually even if the measurements don't reflect it. 

Now that you have the hand measurements, you could try the scan.  The

hand measurements sound confusing since 's head must have grown

some place since Aug.  The scan will be more accurate.  The most likely

outcome may be the scan shows little improvement, but then you are no

worse off than you are now with the outcome of the hand measurements. 

At least then you would know for sure and after an initial

disappointment, you would probably go on.  There is also the

possibility that there would be some improvement, and you would feel

better.  I highly doubt the measurement would show 's head got

worse, at least not more than measurement error.  I would not worry

about feeling embarrassed with the ortho.  This is a sensitive issues

for moms and I would think she would understand.  Personally, though I

always feel scared of what the scans will show.

Once we are done with the helmet, I'm never going back for another

scan.  When the ortho asked my 5 year old if he wanted a head scan, I

was so relieved that he turned it down, since I don't want to know his

measurements.  I think his asymmetry measurement is worse than 's

now, but his head looks okay with hair and he is actually fairly cute.

Good luck and let us know how it goes!

Kathy

wrote:

 

Well, had her last CST appointment on Monday. We took

measurements at the beginning.

 

I was disappointed that the previous numbers that showed

improvement were not confirmed. This time, her head width and legnth

were identical to the numbers from August. However, her plagio numbers

were similar to last time (0 difference). This was true even though she

had grown 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) since August. The good news is that her

measurements show no increase in width in over a year. The bad news is

that even though her head looks longer to me, it's not showing up with

these hand measurements. Her length hasn't increased since August. Or

course, it's confusing to me how her head could have grown over a cm

and not gotten longer or wider (measurement error?)

 

My PT does take the hand measurements in inches instead of mm or

cm and I usually just convert them. So, one eighth of an inch is about

3 mm so any small changes are less likely to show up they way that she

measures it.

 

So, that put 's ratio at 91.3 percent with these hand

measurements. Our PT is really thinking that there is no more reason to

continue because of her age and because she looks pretty good. She did

give the option of another appointment in a couple of months, but I'm

not sure that it's worth it. We've only gone monthly this time around

and I'm not sure that we've gotten full benefit because of it.

 

's latest chiro scan was completely clear so we've gotten

what we can from that. She does continue to go for maintenance

appointments.

 

I'm completely torn about what to do. I can consult with an

osteopath or just let it go. It's so hard to describe what 's

head looks like. I've taken some recent pictures and I'll think I'll

try and post them to get people's feedback. I'd like to know what

others would do if their child's head looks the way that 's

does. It honestly looks quite good considering where we started, but I

was really hoping to get her below 90 percent. I'm not even looking for

a lower 80's number since that would not be realistic given her age.

 

I've been considering taking her back for another starscan and

maybe that is the route to go, but my ortho left us saying that

's head wouldn't change anymore because of her age. So, it'll be

hard for me to call her and ask for a scan. She'll tell me that there's

no need and I'll be embarrased if she's right that there's no change.

 

       

 

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I don't think those measurements are ever accurate and 91 vs 89 is really hard

to say. When Sydney was a baby her head grew fast (brachy contributor) and we

had to consider if she was hydrocephalic. An ultrasound ruled it out for the

most part, but we continued to monitor her head growth closely. At every well

baby visit we had her head measured by the nurse/assistant who does the weight

etc. Our doctor would then remeasure her since the numbers were important to us

- they were always different. With a moving object such as a baby it is hard to

be accurate.

I did look at her pics and in some I can see the bracy, but honestly don't think

" normal " people will. She's a very cute girl.

-christine

sydney, 4 yrs, starband grad

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confirmed. This time, her head width and legnth were identical to the numbers

from August. However, her plagio numbers were similar to last time (0

difference). This was true even though she had grown 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) since

August. The good news is that her measurements show no increase in width in over

a year. The bad news is that even though her head looks longer to me, it's not

showing up with these hand measurements. Her length hasn't increased since

August. Or course, it's confusing to me how her head could have grown over a cm

and not gotten longer or wider (measurement error?)

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> My PT does take the hand measurements in inches instead of mm or cm and I

usually just convert them. So, one eighth of an inch is about 3 mm so any

small changes are less likely to show up they way that she measures it.

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> So, that put 's ratio at 91.3 percent with these hand measurements. Our

PT is really thinking that there is no more reason to continue because of her

age and because she looks pretty good. She did give the option of another

appointment in a couple of months, but I'm not sure that it's worth it. We've

only gone monthly this time around and I'm not sure that we've gotten full

benefit because of it.

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> 's latest chiro scan was completely clear so we've gotten what we can

from that. She does continue to go for maintenance appointments.

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> I'm completely torn about what to do. I can consult with an osteopath or just

let it go. It's so hard to describe what 's head looks like. I've taken

some recent pictures and I'll think I'll try and post them to get people's

feedback. I'd like to know what others would do if their child's head looks the

way that 's does. It honestly looks quite good considering where we

started, but I was really hoping to get her below 90 percent. I'm not even

looking for a lower 80's number since that would not be realistic given her age.

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> I've been considering taking her back for another starscan and maybe that is

the route to go, but my ortho left us saying that 's head wouldn't change

anymore because of her age. So, it'll be hard for me to call her and ask for a

scan. She'll tell me that there's no need and I'll be embarrased if she's right

that there's no change.

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[Guest guest]

Angie,

What did the tell you her ending measurements were or did they even do those back then?

Now that she is 8, does she ever ask about pictures of when she was in a helmet? I've often wondered how I would deal with those when they came. I don't want to ever feel inferior because of her head and that's why I've been so vigilent with everything that I've done. That's also why I've decided that I will stop doing any treatments for her head at age 3. I don't want her to have memories of me tring to fix her head. Although, I have to admit that she doesn't know that the shape of her head is the reason that we did CST and chiro. She just knew that she went.

Thanks for the kind words. I will probably pursue the scan just because i'm a numbers person and would like to know where we stand.

Re: Latest CST visit and Hand measurements

Hi ,Sorry about the measurements. Try to remember what matters is how her head looks. I understand improved measurements help mentally, since I'm feeling the same. I think it is highly possible that 's head improved visually even if the measurements don't reflect it. Now that you have the hand measurements, you could try the scan. The hand measurements sound confusing since 's head must have grown some place since Aug. The scan will be more accurate. The most likely outcome may be the scan shows little improvement, but then you are no worse off than you are now with the outcome of the hand measurements. At least then you would know for sure and after an initial disappointment, you would probably go on. There is also the possibility that there would be some improvement, and you would feel better. I highly doubt the measurement would show 's head got worse, at least not more than measurement error. I would not worry about feeling embarrassed with the ortho. This is a sensitive issues for moms and I would think she would understand. Personally, though I always feel scared of what the scans will show.Once we are done with the helmet, I'm never going back for another scan. When the ortho asked my 5 year old if he wanted a head scan, I was so relieved that he turned it down, since I don't want to know his measurements. I think his asymmetry measurement is worse than 's now, but his head looks okay with hair and he is actually fairly cute.Good luck and let us know how it goes!Kathy wrote:

Well, had her last CST appointment on Monday. We took measurements at the beginning.

I was disappointed that the previous numbers that showed improvement were not confirmed. This time, her head width and legnth were identical to the numbers from August. However, her plagio numbers were similar to last time (0 difference). This was true even though she had grown 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) since August. The good news is that her measurements show no increase in width in over a year. The bad news is that even though her head looks longer to me, it's not showing up with these hand measurements. Her length hasn't increased since August. Or course, it's confusing to me how her head could have grown over a cm and not gotten longer or wider (measurement error?)

My PT does take the hand measurements in inches instead of mm or cm and I usually just convert them. So, one eighth of an inch is about 3 mm so any small changes are less likely to show up they way that she measures it.

So, that put 's ratio at 91.3 percent with these hand measurements. Our PT is really thinking that there is no more reason to continue because of her age and because she looks pretty good. She did give the option of another appointment in a couple of months, but I'm not sure that it's worth it. We've only gone monthly this time around and I'm not sure that we've gotten full benefit because of it.

's latest chiro scan was completely clear so we've gotten what we can from that. She does continue to go for maintenance appointments.

I'm completely torn about what to do. I can consult with an osteopath or just let it go. It's so hard to describe what 's head looks like. I've taken some recent pictures and I'll think I'll try and post them to get people's feedback. I'd like to know what others would do if their child's head looks the way that 's does. It honestly looks quite good considering where we started, but I was really hoping to get her below 90 percent. I'm not even looking for a lower 80's number since that would not be realistic given her age.

I've been considering taking her back for another starscan and maybe that is the route to go, but my ortho left us saying that 's head wouldn't change anymore because of her age. So, it'll be hard for me to call her and ask for a scan. She'll tell me that there's no need and I'll be embarrased if she's right that there's no change.

[Guest guest]



You know they took hand measurements but i really don't even remember what they were. I still have her band and she knows it was for her. She has also seen the pictures of her wearing her band. I told her that her head was a little crooked but the band fixed itl. She has never questioned it at all. She has told people she wore a band when she was a baby. Her left side still sticks out slightly more but I only think the plagio parents would know. she can wear sunglasses and her bike helmet just fine. She races BMX and her helmet and goggles fit great.

Angie

Re: Latest CST visit and Hand measurements

Hi ,Sorry about the measurements. Try to remember what matters is how her head looks. I understand improved measurements help mentally, since I'm feeling the same. I think it is highly possible that 's head improved visually even if the measurements don't reflect it. Now that you have the hand measurements, you could try the scan. The hand measurements sound confusing since 's head must have grown some place since Aug. The scan will be more accurate. The most likely outcome may be the scan shows little improvement, but then you are no worse off than you are now with the outcome of the hand measurements. At least then you would know for sure and after an initial disappointment, you would probably go on. There is also the possibility that there would be some improvement, and you would feel better. I highly doubt the measurement would show 's head got worse, at least not more than measurement error. I would not worry about feeling embarrassed with the ortho. This is a sensitive issues for moms and I would think she would understand. Personally, though I always feel scared of what the scans will show.Once we are done with the helmet, I'm never going back for another scan. When the ortho asked my 5 year old if he wanted a head scan, I was so relieved that he turned it down, since I don't want to know his measurements. I think his asymmetry measurement is worse than 's now, but his head looks okay with hair and he is actually fairly cute.Good luck and let us know how it goes!Kathy wrote:

Well, had her last CST appointment on Monday. We took measurements at the beginning.

I was disappointed that the previous numbers that showed improvement were not confirmed. This time, her head width and legnth were identical to the numbers from August. However, her plagio numbers were similar to last time (0 difference). This was true even though she had grown 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) since August. The good news is that her measurements show no increase in width in over a year. The bad news is that even though her head looks longer to me, it's not showing up with these hand measurements. Her length hasn't increased since August. Or course, it's confusing to me how her head could have grown over a cm and not gotten longer or wider (measurement error?)

My PT does take the hand measurements in inches instead of mm or cm and I usually just convert them. So, one eighth of an inch is about 3 mm so any small changes are less likely to show up they way that she measures it.

So, that put 's ratio at 91.3 percent with these hand measurements. Our PT is really thinking that there is no more reason to continue because of her age and because she looks pretty good. She did give the option of another appointment in a couple of months, but I'm not sure that it's worth it. We've only gone monthly this time around and I'm not sure that we've gotten full benefit because of it.

's latest chiro scan was completely clear so we've gotten what we can from that. She does continue to go for maintenance appointments.

I'm completely torn about what to do. I can consult with an osteopath or just let it go. It's so hard to describe what 's head looks like. I've taken some recent pictures and I'll think I'll try and post them to get people's feedback. I'd like to know what others would do if their child's head looks the way that 's does. It honestly looks quite good considering where we started, but I was really hoping to get her below 90 percent. I'm not even looking for a lower 80's number since that would not be realistic given her age.

I've been considering taking her back for another starscan and maybe that is the route to go, but my ortho left us saying that 's head wouldn't change anymore because of her age. So, it'll be hard for me to call her and ask for a scan. She'll tell me that there's no need and I'll be embarrased if she's right that there's no change.

[Guest guest]

It's great to hear that she doesn't seem bothered at all and that things fit her fine.

I worried a little bit about width for , but she still fits into a infant sized bike helmet (since her head circumferance (46 mm) is an infant rather than a toddler size). And, she actually fit into the smallest size that was available. So, even if it could have been an issue, I think that her small head size will work in her favor. I will say that the infant sunglasses are too small. She's wearing toddler size there, but then, she is 2.5 years so I guess that's okay.

Re: Latest CST visit and Hand measurements

Hi ,Sorry about the measurements. Try to remember what matters is how her head looks. I understand improved measurements help mentally, since I'm feeling the same. I think it is highly possible that 's head improved visually even if the measurements don't reflect it. Now that you have the hand measurements, you could try the scan. The hand measurements sound confusing since 's head must have grown some place since Aug. The scan will be more accurate. The most likely outcome may be the scan shows little improvement, but then you are no worse off than you are now with the outcome of the hand measurements. At least then you would know for sure and after an initial disappointment, you would probably go on. There is also the possibility that there would be some improvement, and you would feel better. I highly doubt the measurement would show 's head got worse, at least not more than measurement error. I would not worry about feeling embarrassed with the ortho. This is a sensitive issues for moms and I would think she would understand. Personally, though I always feel scared of what the scans will show.Once we are done with the helmet, I'm never going back for another scan. When the ortho asked my 5 year old if he wanted a head scan, I was so relieved that he turned it down, since I don't want to know his measurements. I think his asymmetry measurement is worse than 's now, but his head looks okay with hair and he is actually fairly cute.Good luck and let us know how it goes!Kathy wrote:

Well, had her last CST appointment on Monday. We took measurements at the beginning.

I was disappointed that the previous numbers that showed improvement were not confirmed. This time, her head width and legnth were identical to the numbers from August. However, her plagio numbers were similar to last time (0 difference). This was true even though she had grown 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) since August. The good news is that her measurements show no increase in width in over a year. The bad news is that even though her head looks longer to me, it's not showing up with these hand measurements. Her length hasn't increased since August. Or course, it's confusing to me how her head could have grown over a cm and not gotten longer or wider (measurement error?)

My PT does take the hand measurements in inches instead of mm or cm and I usually just convert them. So, one eighth of an inch is about 3 mm so any small changes are less likely to show up they way that she measures it.

So, that put 's ratio at 91.3 percent with these hand measurements. Our PT is really thinking that there is no more reason to continue because of her age and because she looks pretty good. She did give the option of another appointment in a couple of months, but I'm not sure that it's worth it. We've only gone monthly this time around and I'm not sure that we've gotten full benefit because of it.

's latest chiro scan was completely clear so we've gotten what we can from that. She does continue to go for maintenance appointments.

I'm completely torn about what to do. I can consult with an osteopath or just let it go. It's so hard to describe what 's head looks like. I've taken some recent pictures and I'll think I'll try and post them to get people's feedback. I'd like to know what others would do if their child's head looks the way that 's does. It honestly looks quite good considering where we started, but I was really hoping to get her below 90 percent. I'm not even looking for a lower 80's number since that would not be realistic given her age.

I've been considering taking her back for another starscan and maybe that is the route to go, but my ortho left us saying that 's head wouldn't change anymore because of her age. So, it'll be hard for me to call her and ask for a scan. She'll tell me that there's no need and I'll be embarrased if she's right that there's no change.