Guest guest Posted June 11, 2007 Report Share Posted June 11, 2007 Within the last month I have had two infant cases of Torticollis. Along with this I have noticed significant flattening of the occiput. I know the latest recommendation is for infants to sleep on their backs to prevent SIDS, and this is what is flattening the backs of their heads. But I also think we need to be doing something about the flattening of the occiput from a healthcare point of view. This would be a great PR campaign for us as a profession. What I am looking for is the top 3-4 points everyone thinks is important from a mechanical point of view to advise the parents in these cases. I am adjusting their Atlas using an Activator and it is showing promising signs. Giving the parents exercises and having my therapist do infant massage has been helpful as well. And by the way, is this back sleeping really making a difference in SIDS? I haven't read any new research that shows one way or another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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