Treatment Objectives, Indications and Contraindications.

Correcting moderate to severe head-shape deformities to reduce the risk of developing several issues such as delayed developmental milestones, low vision, malocclusion, facial asymmetries, and stunted brain growth.  Aids in treatment for torticollis.  Provide protection and encourage healing in post-operative craniosynostosis.

Indications

1. Deformational Plagiocephaly.
2. Deformational Brachycephaly.
3. Asymmetrical Brachycephaly
4. Deformational Scaphocephaly
5. Post-surgical Craniosynostosis
6. Torticollis related to positional preference causing an abnormal head shape

​Contraindications (always check with your healthcare provider)

1. Infants older than 18 months
2. Craniosynostosis that is not surgically corrected
3. Hydrocephalus

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Author Kirsten Gibson, B-Tech (tut)

​Founder, Director and Senior Orthotist Prosthetist at Gibson Orthotics. 
Vice Chair of The South African Orthotic Prosthetic Association.

Kirsten is currently the resident senior clinical Orthotist at the Early Bird Therapy Center and an executive committee member for the South African Orthotic & Prosthetic Association.  Serving on the assistive devices and technology task team of the Health Professions Council South Africa.  

She is a regular guest lecturer in peadiatric orthotic treatment protocols throughout South Africa and is actively involved in improving orthotic knowledge within the South African NDT association.

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