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Description
of Orthosis
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The
STARlight™ Bivalved Cranial Remolding Orthosis
The
STARlight Bivalved Cranial Remolding Orthosis is a versatile design used
to treat infants 3-18 months of age with moderate to severe head shape
deformations. This orthosis is appropriate for infants with scaphocephaly,
brachycephaly or deformational plagiocephaly and provides total contact
over areas of bossing or prominence where growth is to be curbed. Space
is provided over the areas of flattening to encourage growth and facilitate
a more normal head shape. The clear design allows easy visual inspection
of the head for non-surgical and post-operative indications. This design
is an excellent choice for infants with shunts that require frequent monitoring,
and opens easily to facilitate donning over tender incisions.
| • | STARlight Bi-valved can be fabricated from a positive modified cast, unmodified cast, or a scan of the infant's head using the STARscanner. |
| • | Treatment generally takes 3-4 months, but varies depending on the patient's age and severity of cranial asymmetry |
| • | Clinical consultation is available through Orthomerica's staff of ABC certified orthotists. |
| • | STARlight Bi-valved literature is available for practitioners, referring physicians, patient families, and caregivers. |
The STARscanner Laser Data Acquisition System
| Designs: | |
| • | STARband™ |
| • | STARlight™ Side Opening Band |
| • | STARlight™ Bivalved |
| • | STARlight™ Cap |
| • | The Clarren Helmet |
| Cranial Remolding Information: | |
| • | Frequently Asked Questions by Parents |
| • | Frequently Asked Questions by Orthotists |
| • | “All About Plagiocephaly”, an online parent's support group |
| Case Studies | |
| • | Orthomerica's All Star Team of Cranial Remolding Graduates |
| Available Seminars: | |
| • | STARband Cranial Remolding Orthoses |
| Downloads: | |
| • | STAR Family Brochure |
| • | Cranial Remolding Clinical Report |
| • | STAR Family Wall Chart |
| • | Caregiver's Guide |
| • | Clinical Guide |
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| • | Repositioning Guide (English) |
| • | Repositioning Guide (Spanish) |
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| • | Tummy Time Tools for Repositioning- English |
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