Starscanner™ Benefits

Eliminates traditional casting process

The casting process is considered by some practitioners and parents to often be traumatic and uncomfortable for infants. In addition to being easier for everyone, scanning versus casting tends to be more time efficient and more accurate. Unlike casts, scans are emailed, which saves shipping costs and time. A quicker turn-around time allows earlier treatment, and improves initial fit and function of the cranial orthosis.

STARscans™ are accurate

STARscans are accurate up to +-.5 mm. STARscans™ are safe The STARscanner( has been classified and certified as a Class 1 laser scanning devise. Class 1 lasers are low-power lasers and are safe from all potential hazards. Other Class 1 laser products include laser printers, CD players, and CD-ROM devises.

STARscans™ are fast

STARscans™ take less than two seconds to complete. Once obtained, scan data is simply emailed to Orthomerica for fabrication.

STARscanner™ quantifies treatment progress

The STARscanner™ system comes complete with Comparison Utility software that compares an initial scan with follow-up scans. This function creates reports that allow the practitioner to document and quantify exactly where the cranial shape changes are occurring. In addition to taking specific measurements, the practitioner can print these reports for patient files, insurance companies, referring physicians, caregivers, and research. To view a sample STARscanner Summary Report, click here.