What is a skull helmet?
The cranial helmet is a device used to transform infant heads with special types of deformities. The cranial helmet can usually treat both plagiocephaly and brachiocephaly, which is the conditions in which part of the head is flattened, with a certain degree of success. The aim of this type of device is to lead head growth back to a symmetrical shape without exerting pressure per head. It is often worn for several months before the child reaches the age in which the head growth slows down, making it difficult to transform. This is usually achieved by scanning the baby's head and creating a model from scanning, but there are other head modeling methods. There are a number of helmet designs that can cover the whole head or leave the head open to the air. The doctor usually selects the most suitable design.
The child will usually wear a cranial helmet for most of the day and night after a short period of introduction. Some children consider the helmet unpleasant or do not like it, but most get used to it after a while. The doctor usually gives instructions on when it is in handyNot to remove the helmet, for example during bathing. Since the device is connected by a strap and does not provide a child for life, the removal of the helmet in an emergency should not be a problem.
At a time when a child wears a skull helmet, it must be modified to suit growth. This is usually achieved by removing small pieces of lining in a regular way. Visits of the relevant doctor must usually be performed every two weeks or as needed. Any redness or swelling related to the helmet must be resolved immediately because the helmet can be too tight or can cause an allergic reaction.
Many parents feel more comfortable to see a child in a colorful and friendly looking helmet than a simple helmet with a clinical look. Simply let the child wear a helmet in a design suitable child can help reduce fear in people who encounter a child and can help reduce anxiety with parents. Even minor health problems in children can cause serious family stress and minimize unnaturalHo the intrusion of a helmet in family life can help the child into the family peacefully integrate into the family.