Itching after helmet removal?

April 26, 2008

Hello:

My son has been wearing his StarBand helmet for about 5 weeks. We are

truely happy with his progress. However, I've started to notice that

when we remove his helmet, he starts to scratch one side of his head.

At first he was pulling at his ear, so i took him to his pediatrician

to have him checked out for an ear infection. She said he was fine. He

does not have any red spots, but I took him for a helmet

adjustment/check anyway and our orthotist said everything was fine.

This has been going on for three weeks. Lately, I've noticed that his

scalp is dry and it could be causing the itching. Has this happened to

anyone before? What can I do to help him? When the helmet is on - he

is not bothered at all. It only happens when the helmet is removed.

Any thoughts? I'm reluctant to apply any creams or moisturizer because

we were told to avoid any creams on the scalp.

Thanks,

~

Mom to Noah (7 months)

5 weeks in StarBand

April 26, 2008

Hello ,

my son does the same, were on week 4 and he tears at his scalp everytime we have the helmet off. anyhow, tea tree oil works great for the itching sensation. my orthotist said it was perfectly fine to use. I also use aveeno lotion after bathing, which helps while the helmet is off. hope that helps.