Question re: Helmet and fever

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Diego has been in his Starband for 3 weeks now, on and off becasue of

adjustments and now because he's been sick for the last 5 days. I'm

still confused about when to leave the helmet off in the event of a

fever. My Orthotist says that with a temperature over 98.6, the helmet

should stay off, but he's not a Dr. The pediatrician says that

anything under say 100.8 isn't considered a fever and the helment can

stay on. Anyone have any experience or advice?

Thanks!

Cecily

mom to Diego, 5.5 months, 3 weeks Starband

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My advice is, don't overthink it. If your child seems much more comfortable without it on during the time he has a fever, leave it off. It's only going to be a day or two and it won't cause him any harm. At worst, it will delay his progress for a day or two.

From: cchudacoff <cvchudacoff@...>Subject: Question re: Helmet and feverPlagiocephaly Date: Thursday, October 30, 2008, 1:04 AM

Diego has been in his Starband for 3 weeks now, on and off becasue of adjustments and now because he's been sick for the last 5 days. I'm still confused about when to leave the helmet off in the event of a fever. My Orthotist says that with a temperature over 98.6, the helmet should stay off, but he's not a Dr. The pediatrician says that anything under say 100.8 isn't considered a fever and the helment can stay on. Anyone have any experience or advice? Thanks!Cecilymom to Diego, 5.5 months, 3 weeks Starband