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Cranial Remolding Orthoses (CRO) | Baby Helmets

STARband cranial orthosis | remolding helmet
Courtesy of Orthomerica Products

Cranial remolding orthosis (CRO) or baby helmets are specialized orthotic devices used to treat Positional Plagiocephaly or Brachycephaly, which are caused by external factors such as prolonged pressure on the skull, leading to an abnormal shape or flatness of the head.

Orthmerica’s STARband Cranial Remolding Orthosis, the most commonly prescribed cranial orthosis available, offers a wide range of design choices, including options for 3D printed designs (coming soon), and is considered the gold standard in cranial orthosis worldwide.

Cranial Remolding Treatment

The cranial remolding treatment, also known as helmet remolding or Cranial Remolding Orthosis (CRO), is designed to mold the baby’s skull’s shape gently by applying targeted pressure to specific areas. When a baby spends extended periods of time in the same position, the soft plates of the skull can become flattened or uneven, leading to the development of Positional Plagiocephaly or Brachycephaly.

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Courtesy of Orthomerica Products

Baby helmet therapy is highly effective in improving the head’s appearance and restoring a more natural shape. The helmets are custom-made to fit the baby’s head snugly and are worn for several months, depending on the condition’s severity.

Early Intervention is Important

IIt’s important to note that cranial remolding helmets are most effective when the baby’s brain and skull are actively growing, which is why early intervention is critical. The treatment is most successful when started before the baby is 6 months old for moderate head shapes and 5 months for severe deformities.

Ortho Design's Helmets

Working with a certified Orthotist is important to ensure that the helmet fits properly and the treatment is effective. Ortho Design has always specialized in pediatric orthoses, including infant remolding devices and is proud to be a service provider for STARband Orthosis, currently the most frequently prescribed head shape remolding orthosis worldwide. The British Columbia Government requires cranial orthotics be fit by a Certified Orthotist to ensure the best possible outcome. 

Cranial remolding helmets are a safe and effective treatment option for infants with Positional Plagiocephaly or Brachycephaly, and early intervention is key. With the right treatment and support, most babies can achieve a more natural and symmetrical head shape. Contact Ortho Design to arrange a consultation and learn more about your options.

Why We Choose STARband

Quite simply, STARband is the gold standard for cranial orthoses and the most prescribed cranial remolding orthoses in the world with over 600,000 infants worldwide benefiting from the STARband since 2000. Learn more...

Ortho Design Services

Ortho Design has always specialized in pediatric orthosis, including infant remolding devices and is proud to be a service provider for STARband Cranial Orthoses since 2012. More...

Ortho Design's Remolding Process

Your infants cranial health journey begins with an appointment in our clinic where our team of certified Orthotists will assess your infant and offer guidance on a treatment plan. More...