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View our privacy policyAmrit’s journey: improving flat head syndrome with the LOCband Lite
At five and a half months old, Amrit’s parents noticed a flattening on the side of his head. Concerned about the asymmetry, they sought professional advice and visited our Kingston clinic. There, orthotist Saeed Hamid assessed Amrit’s head shape and identified a 12mm asymmetry, indicating moderate plagiocephaly. Given Amrit’s age, he was at an ideal stage for intervention, as the optimal window for helmet treatment is between four and seven months.
Amrit’s parents chose a dinosaur-themed design for his LOCband Lite helmet, which was custom-made to fit his unique head shape. The helmet was fitted the following week, marking the beginning of his cranial remoulding therapy. Over the course of four and a half months, Amrit wore the helmet as prescribed, allowing for gentle and consistent improvement of his head shape.
The London Orthotic Consultancy has been providing orthotic support for babies with flat head syndrome since 2005 and has many years of experience in this area. Babies who complete treatment with us show measurable improvement in head shape.
While the NHS generally considers flat head syndrome to be a cosmetic concern, we understand that head shape asymmetry can be a source of concern for families. In some cases, this may affect the fit of items such as glasses or helmets later in life, and it can also influence how a person feels about their appearance.
By the end of his helmet treatment, Amrit’s head asymmetry had reduced significantly from 12mm to 3mm, bringing it within the normal range. His parents were delighted with the outcome and appreciated the support provided throughout the process. Amrit’s mother, Jaspreet, shared her gratitude.
“Thank you again for taking care of Amrit’s flat head. We are very pleased with the results. Attached are some pics of our visits to the clinic which we thought you may want to keep and use to show others the painless process for the baby.”
If you’re concerned about your baby’s head shape, you can complete our flat head photo assessment form and upload photos from different angles. One of our orthotists, such as Jo or Saeed, will review the photographs and respond within 24 hours to advise whether your baby’s head shape appears consistent with positional plagiocephaly.
Backed by clinical research, LOCband Lite is a non-invasive cranial remoulding helmet designed to support a more balanced head shape over time. Results vary depending on age, severity and daily wear time.
“From the very start, everyone at the London Orthotic Consultancy was professional and friendly. Every step of the way was well-explained and the fitting was quick. It only took Magnus one day to get used to the band, and after that, he wasn’t bothered by it at all. And, most importantly, it worked!”
Maria, Magnus’s mother – Plagiocephaly patient
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