Guest guest Posted April 10, 2000 Report Share Posted April 10, 2000 Hi ! Actually, that was Patty urging everyone to look at those pics. It was a good idea, wasn't it! Don't dread the casting too much. It's over quickly and the more confidence you exude, the better will get through it. Another little trick to help with the torticollis is to carry him in the opposite arm than you usually do. Oftentimes the " handedness " of the mother/father and the " favorite side " of the baby are the same (Mom is right handed, baby faces right). So, if you usually carry up to your left shoulder, switch to the right, and if you usually hold him in the crook of your right arm to feed him his bottle, switch to the left. (If you nurse, he probably gets switched back and forth already) C. -----Original Message----- From: Plagiocephalyegroups Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 4:01 PM Plagiocephalyonelist Subject: Ryne's casting pics Hi, i'm . Our son , is going to CT tomorrow for his casting. Having just seen a message from , urging anyone about to undergo the casting process, to view the pics of Ryne's casting on this site, I managed to get into files etc etc and find Ryne's pictures. Well done to " Mom & Dad " , you did a fantastic job capturing the process for others to see, whilst pacifying Ryne! I have to say, , my husband , and I are extremely nervous about the process as HATES being restricted. Should be fun! We have had to be extremely inventive with his torticollis PT , as simply holding head to 'tight' side for 10-15 seconds is IMPOSSIBLE! It's amazing what you can think of to get that little head facing the right way when you put your mind to it. Waving bunches of balloons at him from 1/2 way down the stairs , whilst he's on his tummy is the favourite one at the moment!! Anyway, it has helped to see what we're all in for tomorrow, thankyou. , and ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Now the best and coolest websites come right to you based on your unique interests. eTour.com is surfing without searching. And, it's FREE! 1/3013/3/_/689409/_/955396919/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 10, 2000 Report Share Posted April 10, 2000 Hi Kendra - I was born and raised in BIG APPLE and from what I understand - Cranial Tech Charlotte, NC is the closest. They are in the process of opening 2 new facilities up that way. Connecticut will open first and New Jersey is scheduled for July....I beleive you can only get a helmet made in NYC...Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 10, 2000 Report Share Posted April 10, 2000 Hi ! Thanks for taking the time to send a reply. You always seem to have an encouraging word or two for everyone, it's really appreciated, especially by us " rookies " !!!! Thanks for your ideas on positioning tips, we are already doing the things you suggested, i.e. carrying with opposite arms. He's 24lb now and our poor arms don't know what's hit them!! Still, it all helps and we seem to be seeing a slight improvement with his tort. We've only been doing PT since last Weds, so we're encouraged by that. Every time we do his PT and he gets 'upset' - (actually that's a typical British understatement! he actually turns puce and screams, then looks at us as if he no longer trusts us, difficult to deal with huh?) , every time we have to go through this, it just makes us more determined to give our doctor and health worker , back home, (UK), HELL !!! We are committed to spreading the word about this problem , as UK doctors seems to have the same 'indifference' /'ignorance' problem you have here. We go back this weekend for a week and plan to confront our doctor then, so wish HIM luck!! Another thing we have done whilst waiting for DOC band, is to place ' head on a towel, rolled up to stop head from flopping completely over to bad side. We use a bath towel, folded into two, length-wise. Roll each end towards middle, keeping roll tight, making one roll slightly bigger than the other. Place in crib with rolls facing downwards, to prevent rolls unravelling. When his head is placed inbetween rolls, it seems to hold head nearly in a central position, not perfect but a vast improvement from previous sleeping position. We're sure we can see a slight rounding off of his large flat spot, maybe it's just wishful thinking, but it sure looks as though something is happening. Best wishes to everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 10, 2000 Report Share Posted April 10, 2000 Kendra - The decision to let the news station in or not is a personal one for your family HOWEVER, that is how I found out about this strange condition! A family here in North Carolina allowed the local news station to film their daughters casting and then from Cranial Tech took phone calls after the show! I thank GOD everyday that family 'let them in'!! Good Luck, Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 Thanks for the note. We're still trying to locate your drawing in the depths of our computer (we haven't got an 'unzipper' yet!). Will let you know when we've found it !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 Kendra, I do know it will be hard enough(emotionally) going thru casting without a large viewing audience, but think of how many families this would reach. I know I was on the verge of tears because it all became a reality. You could be making a big difference in many peoples lives. Belinda (Indiana) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 How long does the casting take (appx.)? kg Crain wrote: Hi ! Actually, that was Patty urging everyone to look at those pics. It was a good idea, wasn't it! Don't dread the casting too much. It's over quickly and the more confidence you exude, the better will get through it. Another little trick to help with the torticollis is to carry him in the opposite arm than you usually do. Oftentimes the "handedness" of the mother/father and the "favorite side" of the baby are the same (Mom is right handed, baby faces right). So, if you usually carry up to your left shoulder, switch to the right, and if you usually hold him in the crook of your right arm to feed him his bottle, switch to the left. (If you nurse, he probably gets switched back and forth already) C. -----Original Message----- From: Plagiocephalyegroups Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 4:01 PM Plagiocephalyonelist Subject: Ryne's casting pics Hi, i'm . Our son , is going to CT tomorrow for his casting. Having just seen a message from , urging anyone about to undergo the casting process, to view the pics of Ryne's casting on this site, I managed to get into files etc etc and find Ryne's pictures. Well done to "Mom & Dad", you did a fantastic job capturing the process for others to see, whilst pacifying Ryne! I have to say, , my husband , and I are extremely nervous about the process as HATES being restricted. Should be fun! We have had to be extremely inventive with his torticollis PT , as simply holding head to 'tight' side for 10-15 seconds is IMPOSSIBLE! It's amazing what you can think of to get that little head facing the right way when you put your mind to it. Waving bunches of balloons at him from 1/2 way down the stairs , whilst he's on his tummy is the favourite one at the moment!! Anyway, it has helped to see what we're all in for tomorrow, thankyou. , and ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Now the best and coolest websites come right to you based on your unique interests. eTour.com is surfing without searching. And, it's FREE! 1/3013/3/_/689409/_/955396919/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 Kendra! Haven't you been paying attention, girl!?! The casting Grace experienced was around 10 minutes. That seems to be the standard. Someone recently said their child was cast in about 5 (it was for a helmet). C./subscribe/Plagiocephaly ----- Original Message ----- From: & Kendra Plagiocephalyegroups Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 8:01 PM Subject: Re: Ryne's casting pics How long does the casting take (appx.)? kg Crain wrote: Hi ! Actually, that was Patty urging everyone to look at those pics. It was a good idea, wasn't it! Don't dread the casting too much. It's over quickly and the more confidence you exude, the better will get through it. Another little trick to help with the torticollis is to carry him in the opposite arm than you usually do. Oftentimes the "handedness" of the mother/father and the "favorite side" of the baby are the same (Mom is right handed, baby faces right). So, if you usually carry up to your left shoulder, switch to the right, and if you usually hold him in the crook of your right arm to feed him his bottle, switch to the left. (If you nurse, he probably gets switched back and forth already) C. -----Original Message----- From: Plagiocephalyegroups Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 4:01 PM Plagiocephalyonelist Subject: Ryne's casting pics Hi, i'm . Our son , is going to CT tomorrow for his casting. Having just seen a message from , urging anyone about to undergo the casting process, to view the pics of Ryne's casting on this site, I managed to get into files etc etc and find Ryne's pictures. Well done to "Mom & Dad", you did a fantastic job capturing the process for others to see, whilst pacifying Ryne! I have to say, , my husband , and I are extremely nervous about the process as HATES being restricted. Should be fun! We have had to be extremely inventive with his torticollis PT , as simply holding head to 'tight' side for 10-15 seconds is IMPOSSIBLE! It's amazing what you can think of to get that little head facing the right way when you put your mind to it. Waving bunches of balloons at him from 1/2 way down the stairs , whilst he's on his tummy is the favourite one at the moment!! Anyway, it has helped to see what we're all in for tomorrow, thankyou. , and ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Now the best and coolest websites come right to you based on your unique interests. eTour.com is surfing without searching. And, it's FREE! 1/3013/3/_/689409/_/955396919/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 That seems too fast! Why am I thinking an hour??!! I just received an email from a local news station who wants to join us for our casting. I'm all for informing the people, but I don't particularly want to be on t.v. My husband says they can do what ever they want for a "nominal fee"!! (jerk! ) Another problem is that Hanna sings a "special song" when she's upset. I mean REALLY special. As in I'm considering bringing along ear plugs for anyone within 20 feet!!! What do you all think? Kendra " C." wrote: Kendra! Haven't you been paying attention, girl!?! The casting Grace experienced was around 10 minutes. That seems to be the standard. Someone recently said their child was cast in about 5 (it was for a helmet). C. /subscribe/Plagiocephaly ----- Original Message ----- From: & Kendra Plagiocephalyegroups Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 8:01 PM Subject: Re: Ryne's casting pics How long does the casting take (appx.)? kg Crain wrote: Hi ! Actually, that was Patty urging everyone to look at those pics. It was a good idea, wasn't it! Don't dread the casting too much. It's over quickly and the more confidence you exude, the better will get through it. Another little trick to help with the torticollis is to carry him in the opposite arm than you usually do. Oftentimes the "handedness" of the mother/father and the "favorite side" of the baby are the same (Mom is right handed, baby faces right). So, if you usually carry up to your left shoulder, switch to the right, and if you usually hold him in the crook of your right arm to feed him his bottle, switch to the left. (If you nurse, he probably gets switched back and forth already) C. -----Original Message----- From: Plagiocephalyegroups Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 4:01 PM Plagiocephalyonelist Subject: Ryne's casting pics Hi, i'm . Our son , is going to CT tomorrow for his casting. Having just seen a message from , urging anyone about to undergo the casting process, to view the pics of Ryne's casting on this site, I managed to get into files etc etc and find Ryne's pictures. Well done to "Mom & Dad", you did a fantastic job capturing the process for others to see, whilst pacifying Ryne! I have to say, , my husband , and I are extremely nervous about the process as HATES being restricted. Should be fun! We have had to be extremely inventive with his torticollis PT , as simply holding head to 'tight' side for 10-15 seconds is IMPOSSIBLE! It's amazing what you can think of to get that little head facing the right way when you put your mind to it. Waving bunches of balloons at him from 1/2 way down the stairs , whilst he's on his tummy is the favourite one at the moment!! Anyway, it has helped to see what we're all in for tomorrow, thankyou. , and ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Now the best and coolest websites come right to you based on your unique interests. eTour.com is surfing without searching. And, it's FREE! 1/3013/3/_/689409/_/955396919/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 Ryne's casting took about 20 min. from getting down to his diaper till the final piece came off. It really wasn't too bad. We were then there for about another 30-45 min (for his bath, bottle, and making appointment for his fitting). > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 Oh Kendra, you slay me. That's really great about the news cast, though. They can put music over her screams, or dub it with "coo's" The actual casting (putting the plaster on the baby) takes around 10 mintues. But, you're right, you are there around an hour or so. From the time you arrive, to the time you are done washing the baby and running out the door to sob in the car.....yeah, it's about an hour. C./subscribe/Plagiocephaly ----- Original Message ----- From: & Kendra Plagiocephalyegroups Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 8:31 PM Subject: Re: Ryne's casting pics That seems too fast! Why am I thinking an hour??!! I just received an email from a local news station who wants to join us for our casting. I'm all for informing the people, but I don't particularly want to be on t.v. My husband says they can do what ever they want for a "nominal fee"!! (jerk! ) Another problem is that Hanna sings a "special song" when she's upset. I mean REALLY special. As in I'm considering bringing along ear plugs for anyone within 20 feet!!! What do you all think? Kendra " C." wrote: Kendra! Haven't you been paying attention, girl!?! The casting Grace experienced was around 10 minutes. That seems to be the standard. Someone recently said their child was cast in about 5 (it was for a helmet). C. /subscribe/Plagiocephaly ----- Original Message ----- From: & Kendra Plagiocephalyegroups Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 8:01 PM Subject: Re: Ryne's casting pics How long does the casting take (appx.)? kg Crain wrote: Hi ! Actually, that was Patty urging everyone to look at those pics. It was a good idea, wasn't it! Don't dread the casting too much. It's over quickly and the more confidence you exude, the better will get through it. Another little trick to help with the torticollis is to carry him in the opposite arm than you usually do. Oftentimes the "handedness" of the mother/father and the "favorite side" of the baby are the same (Mom is right handed, baby faces right). So, if you usually carry up to your left shoulder, switch to the right, and if you usually hold him in the crook of your right arm to feed him his bottle, switch to the left. (If you nurse, he probably gets switched back and forth already) C. -----Original Message----- From: Plagiocephalyegroups Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 4:01 PM Plagiocephalyonelist Subject: Ryne's casting pics Hi, i'm . Our son , is going to CT tomorrow for his casting. Having just seen a message from , urging anyone about to undergo the casting process, to view the pics of Ryne's casting on this site, I managed to get into files etc etc and find Ryne's pictures. Well done to "Mom & Dad", you did a fantastic job capturing the process for others to see, whilst pacifying Ryne! I have to say, , my husband , and I are extremely nervous about the process as HATES being restricted. Should be fun! We have had to be extremely inventive with his torticollis PT , as simply holding head to 'tight' side for 10-15 seconds is IMPOSSIBLE! It's amazing what you can think of to get that little head facing the right way when you put your mind to it. Waving bunches of balloons at him from 1/2 way down the stairs , whilst he's on his tummy is the favourite one at the moment!! Anyway, it has helped to see what we're all in for tomorrow, thankyou. , and ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Now the best and coolest websites come right to you based on your unique interests. eTour.com is surfing without searching. And, it's FREE! 1/3013/3/_/689409/_/955396919/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 Kendra, 's right...about an hour total. And believe me....I was a trouper until I got to the car and realized it was all over. That's when I lost it. Be sure you have a few kleenexs just in case. It was harder on me than on Ryne. That's great about the news. Maybe it'll be a way for others to find out about plagio, but I would also be a little nervous about someone else being in there with us. Good luck and let us know how it goes. Cindi (Plano) > > Hi ! > Actually, that was Patty urging everyone to look at those pics. It was a good > idea, wasn't it! > > Don't dread the casting too much. It's over quickly and the more confidence you > exude, the better will get through it. > > Another little trick to help with the torticollis is to carry him in the > opposite arm than you usually do. Oftentimes the " handedness " of the > mother/father and the " favorite side " of the baby are the same (Mom is right > handed, baby faces right). So, if you usually carry up to your left > shoulder, switch to the right, and if you usually hold him in the crook of your > right arm to feed him his bottle, switch to the left. (If you nurse, he > probably gets switched back and forth already) > > C. > > -----Original Message----- > From: Plagiocephalyegroups > Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 4:01 PM > Plagiocephalyonelist > Subject: Ryne's casting pics > > Hi, i'm . Our son , is going to CT tomorrow for his casting. > > Having just seen a message from , urging anyone about to undergo the > casting process, to view the pics of Ryne's casting on this site, I managed > to get into files etc etc and find Ryne's pictures. > > Well done to " Mom & Dad " , you did a fantastic job capturing the process for > others to see, whilst pacifying Ryne! > > I have to say, , my husband , and I are extremely nervous about the > process as HATES being restricted. Should be fun! > > We have had to be extremely inventive with his torticollis PT , as simply > holding head to 'tight' side for 10-15 seconds is IMPOSSIBLE! It's amazing > what you can think of to get that little head facing the right way when you > put your mind to it. Waving bunches of balloons at him from 1/2 way down the > stairs , whilst he's on his tummy is the favourite one at the moment!! > > Anyway, it has helped to see what we're all in for tomorrow, thankyou. > > , and > > ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------ > Now the best and coolest websites come right to you based on your > unique interests. eTour.com is surfing without searching. > And, it's FREE! > 1/3013/3/_/689409/_/955396919/ > ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------ > > Plagiocephaly- Unsubscribeonelist > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ------ > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ------ > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------- > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------- > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 I'm a STAR when there is action at hand. But the second it's all over, I'm a wreck!! It'll all be fine, I just know it. A few tears never hurt anyone, anyway. Kendra Cindi Osborne wrote: Kendra, 's right...about an hour total. And believe me....I was a trouper until I got to the car and realized it was all over. That's when I lost it. Be sure you have a few kleenexs just in case. It was harder on me than on Ryne. That's great about the news. Maybe it'll be a way for others to find out about plagio, but I would also be a little nervous about someone else being in there with us. Good luck and let us know how it goes. Cindi (Plano) > > Hi ! > Actually, that was Patty urging everyone to look at those pics. It was a good > idea, wasn't it! > > Don't dread the casting too much. It's over quickly and the more confidence you > exude, the better will get through it. > > Another little trick to help with the torticollis is to carry him in the > opposite arm than you usually do. Oftentimes the "handedness" of the > mother/father and the "favorite side" of the baby are the same (Mom is right > handed, baby faces right). So, if you usually carry up to your left > shoulder, switch to the right, and if you usually hold him in the crook of your > right arm to feed him his bottle, switch to the left. (If you nurse, he > probably gets switched back and forth already) > > C. > > -----Original Message----- > From: Plagiocephalyegroups > Sent: Monday, April 10, 2000 4:01 PM > Plagiocephalyonelist > Subject: Ryne's casting pics > > Hi, i'm . Our son , is going to CT tomorrow for his casting. > > Having just seen a message from , urging anyone about to undergo the > casting process, to view the pics of Ryne's casting on this site, I managed > to get into files etc etc and find Ryne's pictures. > > Well done to "Mom & Dad", you did a fantastic job capturing the process for > others to see, whilst pacifying Ryne! > > I have to say, , my husband , and I are extremely nervous about the > process as HATES being restricted. Should be fun! > > We have had to be extremely inventive with his torticollis PT , as simply > holding head to 'tight' side for 10-15 seconds is IMPOSSIBLE! It's amazing > what you can think of to get that little head facing the right way when you > put your mind to it. Waving bunches of balloons at him from 1/2 way down the > stairs , whilst he's on his tummy is the favourite one at the moment!! > > Anyway, it has helped to see what we're all in for tomorrow, thankyou. > > , and > > ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------ > Now the best and coolest websites come right to you based on your > unique interests. eTour.com is surfing without searching. > And, it's FREE! > 1/3013/3/_/689409/_/955396919/ > ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------ > > To unsubscribe, go to Plagiocephaly- Unsubscribeonelist > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- > To unsubscribe, go to > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ------ > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ------ > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------- > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- -------- > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2000 Report Share Posted April 11, 2000 - FYI - when you sign off of aol it automatically unzips and you can locate the files in the aol download folder! Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2000 Report Share Posted April 12, 2000 Kendra -- About your friend from NYC, we were referred by our pediatrician to a Dr. LaTrenta (his office is on Park Ave. -- he is a plastic surgeon). He then referred us to an orthotic/prosthetic place called J.E. Hanger (they are on 34th St. -- the person who does the helmet is named Kirk). All the kids that I have ever seen with a helmet in NYC have all been seen by Kirk. We were extremely happy with the results. Feel free to have your friend contact me directly if she has any other questions. Eileen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2000 Report Share Posted April 12, 2000 Thanx Eileen!! eminnefor@... wrote: Kendra -- About your friend from NYC, we were referred by our pediatrician to a Dr. LaTrenta (his office is on Park Ave. -- he is a plastic surgeon). He then referred us to an orthotic/prosthetic place called J.E. Hanger (they are on 34th St. -- the person who does the helmet is named Kirk). All the kids that I have ever seen with a helmet in NYC have all been seen by Kirk. We were extremely happy with the results. Feel free to have your friend contact me directly if she has any other questions. Eileen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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