Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 Hi , Hannah was severe at the start of treatment w/a measurement of 20mm. In her first band worn for 10 wks starting at 4.5mos, she improved to 10mm. We went with another band which she wore until she grew out of it at 11 mos. She didn't grow much in this band, but did still see some improvement. We never had her measured again, so I'm not sure what she was at when she graduated. I started noticing her head looking worse, but we hadn't done an exit cast so all we could do was compare pictures. The pictures confirmed my fear and we eventually decided to band her again at 15 mos old. Regression is very rare and they aren't really sure why some babies regress. Hannah was older at 11 mos and walking, and didn't have tort, so I never would have considered her at risk. The last helmet helped immensely and we're very happy we did each one. CT says regression only happens in about 1% of babies, so for most people it isn't something you're goign to have to worry about. I hope that helps, and don't worry, I don't think you're being rude at all! , mom to Hannah (21 mos), DOCgrad 7/29 Cape Cod, Ma > Hello > > I Hope you don't mind me writing. I was just a little interested to read about your situation with your daughter. I have so far read plenty of success stories concerning helmets, but your daughter's story has a slightly different twist to it. > > My son is due to get his helmet on Monday, from Dr Blecher, and as with every mum on here, we know we are doing it for the right reasons, but it doesn't make it any the easier!! A question that I have had in my mind is that once the helmet comes off how can you know that the head won't get misshapen again?? And I guess your daughter is one whose head reverted back, or was there some other reason for it? How severe was your daughter's Plagio before banding? I have seen the pictures, and I have to say there is an amazing improvement. Well done! What was her measure of assymetry...can you remember? > > Sorry to ask so many questions....I hope you don't think me rude....... > > All the best# > > and (7months, fitting on 4th Oct) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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