Re: Starband-Cleaning questions

[Guest guest]

I have had my son in 2 helmets now and never had a stink or redness

problem. I have always used unscented wipes w/ aloe to clean out

the helmets, and either let them air dry or use a blow dryer on warm

(obviously blowing far away) to dry the helmet. I swear by this

method. Both orthotists for the CranioCap and Hanger Band ok'd this

no problem. And from what I understand, the StarBand is very

similar to the Hanger Band. I see absolutely no harm in using the

unscented wipes, and it's a LOT easier than washing w/ that Aveeno

shampoo everyone is talking about to get the stink out. Like I

said, we've been thru 2 helmets now and no stink, not one odor. I

also use Gold Bond Medicated Itching Powder to line the helmets

(kinda like when you flour a pan when you bake bread, but you don't

add the butter! lol) before I put it on Jaden. It helps w/ any

itching, sweating, and helps to prevent skin breakdown. It also has

a nice menthol smell to it, which is a natural deordorant, and I

think has helped prevent odor in the helmets as well.

Wipes and Gold Bond. I swear by this method.

~Amy, mommy to Jaden 14 mo's MN

CranioCap Grad 8/13/04

started Hanger Band 11/5/04

tort resolved w/ minor tilt/still in PT

mild scoliosis almost resolved

--- In Plagiocephaly , " cstevens6969 " <sstevens@e...>

wrote:

>

> We just got the starband and I have been reading posts about

cleaning

> the Docband and not to use soap or even get the Docband wet. Is

this

> the same for the Starband? I don't remember my orthotist saying I

> couldn't get it wet. I did use alcohol on it last night and like

I

> mentioned in my before post, my dd got small red bumps across her

> forehead, in front of one ear, and a little spot on the top side

of

> her head. So I don't know if it's alcohol related or not. I am

just

> looking for the best way to clean the starband. I didn't realized

> that there would be a differnce in cleaning a Docband and a

Starband.

> thanks again.........sorry to post so much!!

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

My orthotist told me to just use mild baby shampoo and water for

daily cleaning and use the alcohol once a week. I use a washcloth

with shampoo to scrub and then rinse it under the faucet. It gets

really wet everyday. I wipe it dry with a towel and let it air dry

for the remainder of the hour. We have done this for 6 weeks now

and haven't had a problem with stinky band or rash. We didn't even

have to use the alcohol yet. It definitely can get wet, the

material is not porous and won't retain water.

Take care,

Anya and - 6 1/2 months, STARband 11/26

--- In Plagiocephaly , " cstevens6969 " <sstevens@e...>

wrote:

>

> We just got the starband and I have been reading posts about

cleaning

> the Docband and not to use soap or even get the Docband wet. Is

this

> the same for the Starband? I don't remember my orthotist saying I

> couldn't get it wet. I did use alcohol on it last night and like

I

> mentioned in my before post, my dd got small red bumps across her

> forehead, in front of one ear, and a little spot on the top side

of

> her head. So I don't know if it's alcohol related or not. I am

just

> looking for the best way to clean the starband. I didn't realized

> that there would be a differnce in cleaning a Docband and a

Starband.

> thanks again.........sorry to post so much!!

>

[Guest guest]

I copied (see below) the following from Orthomerica's website as

I've never heard of using anything but alcohol to clean them.

Natasha

How do I clean Orthomerica Cranial Remolding Orthoses?

The cranial orthoses manufactured by Orthomerica can all be cleaned

with 78-99% rubbing alcohol. Wet a soft cloth with the alcohol and

vigorously wipe out the entire inside of the orthosis once a day

when you remove the orthosis for your baby's bath. This will help

prevent bacteria from building up on the inner liner and will reduce

the odor that is sometimes present. Make sure the alcohol is

completely dry before placing the orthosis back on the baby's head.

If you live in a sunny climate, place the band in the sun after

cleaning it to help it dry. The baby's head should be washed daily

with a mild baby shampoo that will not hurt the eyes. Aveeno

shampoo, or Tea tree oil shampoo made by a company called can

soothe some scalp irritations that can occassionally occur because

of heat buildup and perspiration

> >

> > We just got the starband and I have been reading posts about

> cleaning

> > the Docband and not to use soap or even get the Docband wet. Is

> this

> > the same for the Starband? I don't remember my orthotist saying

I

> > couldn't get it wet. I did use alcohol on it last night and

like

> I

> > mentioned in my before post, my dd got small red bumps across

her

> > forehead, in front of one ear, and a little spot on the top side

> of

> > her head. So I don't know if it's alcohol related or not. I am

> just

> > looking for the best way to clean the starband. I didn't

realized

> > that there would be a differnce in cleaning a Docband and a

> Starband.

> > thanks again.........sorry to post so much!!

> >

[Guest guest]

Hi

As far as I know, you don't want to use water on any of the bands

that have foam inside.

Sandy Willow's Mom

Torticollis resolved

Cranio Germany Grad

http://www.geocities.com/samipa74/Willow_Lanette.html

--- In Plagiocephaly , " cstevens6969 " <sstevens@e...>

wrote:

>

> We just got the starband and I have been reading posts about

cleaning

> the Docband and not to use soap or even get the Docband wet. Is

this

> the same for the Starband? I don't remember my orthotist saying I

> couldn't get it wet. I did use alcohol on it last night and like

I

> mentioned in my before post, my dd got small red bumps across her

> forehead, in front of one ear, and a little spot on the top side

of

> her head. So I don't know if it's alcohol related or not. I am

just

> looking for the best way to clean the starband. I didn't realized

> that there would be a differnce in cleaning a Docband and a

Starband.

> thanks again.........sorry to post so much!!

>

[Guest guest]

,

I'm glad you posted, because it's an important question - not all

orthos or different brands of bands/helmets have the same

recommended cleaning regimen or products! I see your question was

already answered, so I just wanted to post and ask if your

daughter's red bumps have faded.

Take care,

Christie (Mom to Repo'd Remy)

--- In Plagiocephaly , " cstevens6969 " <sstevens@e...>

wrote:

>

> We just got the starband and I have been reading posts about

cleaning

> the Docband and not to use soap or even get the Docband wet. Is

this

> the same for the Starband? I don't remember my orthotist saying I

> couldn't get it wet. I did use alcohol on it last night and like

I

> mentioned in my before post, my dd got small red bumps across her

> forehead, in front of one ear, and a little spot on the top side

of

> her head. So I don't know if it's alcohol related or not. I am

just

> looking for the best way to clean the starband. I didn't realized

> that there would be a differnce in cleaning a Docband and a

Starband.

> thanks again.........sorry to post so much!!

>