Celebrating Romford’s 250th LOCband Lite plagiocephaly patient

Celebrating our 250th LOCband lite Plagiocephaly patient, Autumn.

A little more than four years after the LOCband Lite’s launch, we’re proud to have successfully treated our 250th helmet therapy patient at our Romford clinic using our cutting-edge 3D-printed cranial band.

Here are Autumn and her mum, Stephanie, celebrating the successful completion of Autumn’s treatment for plagiocephaly and brachycephaly. As a twin, Autumn had a higher risk of developing these conditions. When George first assessed her, she had a 12mm asymmetry, placing her in the severe category of plagiocephaly.

After treatment, this has improved to 3 mm, which falls within the mild to normal range. Autumn and Stephanie were delighted to return to see us post-treatment, as Autumn was officially discharged today before her 1st birthday celebration. To mark the occasion, we gifted Autumn flowers and balloons.

When Stephanie first noticed something unusual about her daughter Autumn, she trusted her instincts. At just four weeks old, Autumn would always turn her head to one side, even when Stephanie gently repositioned it. She also observed a slight flatness forming on the side of Autumn’s head.

Concerned, she brought it up with her health visitor, who eventually diagnosed Autumn with torticollis, a condition where tight neck muscles cause the head to tilt or turn to one side. Stephanie suspected that Autumn’s position in the womb might have contributed to her weak neck muscles and the flatness.

Determined to help Autumn, Stephanie started searching for answers. After consulting the NHS, she reached out to a cranial osteopath. Initially, the focus was on correcting Autumn’s neck tightness, but the flatness of her head persisted. The osteopath reassured Stephanie that Autumn might “grow out of it,” but this vague reassurance wasn’t enough for Stephanie.

The osteopath referred her to a chiropractor, who, in turn, referred her to a doctor and then a physiotherapist. While the physiotherapist worked on Autumn’s muscle tightness, they explained that it wouldn’t alter the shape of her head. That’s when Stephanie began researching helmet therapy.

Her journey eventually led her to the London Orthotic Consultancy (LOC). Through Facebook support groups for parents dealing with similar challenges, Stephanie discovered LOC’s Romford clinic and decided to make an appointment.

From her first phone call with LOC, Stephanie felt reassured. George, one of LOC’s plagiocephaly specialists, made the process simple and stress-free. Stephanie, often accompanied by Autumn’s twin sibling during appointments, appreciated George’s kindness, patience, and clear communication. Another staff member comforted her during their first visit, saying, “You’re in great hands.”

George thoroughly explained the process of treating flat head syndrome and conducted detailed scans of Autumn’s head. He was always ready to answer questions, even pointing Stephanie toward her chiropractor for additional insights when needed. His professional yet empathetic approach gave Stephanie the confidence she needed to move forward.

Stephanie recalls, “Autumn adjusted quite well to her helmet, better than I had anticipated. Aside from occasional discomfort on hot nights, the helmet became part of her routine.”

Autumn was discharged on 14 January 2025, after five months of treatment. Her final scan showed that the asymmetry had decreased from 12 mm to 3 mm, well within the range of a normal head shape.

Stephanie concludes, “I give LOC a 10/10 and have recommended the LOCband Lite to other parents in my mum groups. One of those mothers is now a patient at LOC, and she is also having a positive experience.

I’m so pleased we went ahead with treatment.”
For Stephanie, LOC was more than just a solution; it was a supportive partner in Autumn’s journey to achieve a more symmetrical head shape. She remains grateful for the team’s care and encourages other parents to seek help if they get worried about the shape of their baby’s head.

She’s especially thankful for George’s expertise and the clinic’s supportive environment.

Thinking about helmet therapy?

If you’re concerned about your baby’s head shape, get in touch today. You can complete our free flat head photo assessment form or contact us to arrange a free orthotic consultation with an orthotist.