Nolan needs a Plagiocephaly Helmet
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My name is Erik Werner and I'm using this platform to cover costs for some medical equipment and treatment for my adorable and happy spirited little boy. Nolan is a busy little guy with a personality to match and we could use your help.
Nolan was recently diagnosed with acquired positional Plagiocephaly and Torticollis which in layman's terms means he has a flat head and stiff neck muscles on the left side. Nolan came out with a bulge over his right eye and we expressed concern but were assued it was only from the birthing process.
As time went on, we noticed Nolan was extremely preferential to his right side. We struggled with breastfeeding and tummy time, at 6 weeks Nolan was able to roll from his tummy to his back. We continously spoke to the doctors about the shape of his head being flat in some areas and bulging in others. It wasn't until April when his doctor finally agreed that we should see the cranial specialists. We have tried a lot of repositioning with Nolan but his ability to move has made sleep repositioning impossible and he's very mobile so keeping him upright and in a jumper doesn't keep him happy. The cranial doctor agreed that no further treatment would work for corrective head shaping except for the use of a cranial helmet.
Nolan's head measurements set him in the severe range for cranial deformity, with a variance of 18mm. His ears are asymmetrical with one pushed more forward than the other. The doctor expressed that the need for a cranial helmet wasn't specifically for cosmetic reasons but also to prevent future complications regarding development and facial/dental structure.
Nolan will need to wear the helmet for 23 hours a day and likely need it for 4-6 months depending on growth rates. The helmet is used to help guide the growth of his head. Being 8 months old right now, Nolan needs to be fitted soon because the opitmal time frame is 6-12 months.
Thank you for taking the time to read about our son and the issues we are currently facing. As a parent I have learned, that you will do anything for your children so any help is greatly appreciated and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
My name is Erik Werner and I'm using this platform to cover costs for some medical equipment and treatment for my adorable and happy spirited little boy. Nolan is a busy little guy with a personality to match and we could use your help.
Nolan was recently diagnosed with acquired positional Plagiocephaly and Torticollis which in layman's terms means he has a flat head and stiff neck muscles on the left side. Nolan came out with a bulge over his right eye and we expressed concern but were assued it was only from the birthing process.
As time went on, we noticed Nolan was extremely preferential to his right side. We struggled with breastfeeding and tummy time, at 6 weeks Nolan was able to roll from his tummy to his back. We continously spoke to the doctors about the shape of his head being flat in some areas and bulging in others. It wasn't until April when his doctor finally agreed that we should see the cranial specialists. We have tried a lot of repositioning with Nolan but his ability to move has made sleep repositioning impossible and he's very mobile so keeping him upright and in a jumper doesn't keep him happy. The cranial doctor agreed that no further treatment would work for corrective head shaping except for the use of a cranial helmet.
Nolan's head measurements set him in the severe range for cranial deformity, with a variance of 18mm. His ears are asymmetrical with one pushed more forward than the other. The doctor expressed that the need for a cranial helmet wasn't specifically for cosmetic reasons but also to prevent future complications regarding development and facial/dental structure.
Nolan will need to wear the helmet for 23 hours a day and likely need it for 4-6 months depending on growth rates. The helmet is used to help guide the growth of his head. Being 8 months old right now, Nolan needs to be fitted soon because the opitmal time frame is 6-12 months.
Thank you for taking the time to read about our son and the issues we are currently facing. As a parent I have learned, that you will do anything for your children so any help is greatly appreciated and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
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Erik Werner
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Vancouver, WA