The Helios is a dynamic orthosis which requires specific
adjustments to achieve the desired results. The first of these objectives
should be obtaining cranial symmetry. The application of this orthosis
should never change cranial growth, but only its direction.
The orthotic treatment consists in full contact in the
areas were grwoth its not desirable and an expansion zone in areas where
growth should occur. The critical period for the exit of the treatment
is between 4 and 12 months of age, when the baby´s head is still in
active growth.
If the baby´s head presents
asymetries, we should try to find when the orthosis is not being used,
safe positions so the prominences can bear the weight, ensuring the
areas where we want growth not to be oppressed. The orthosis should be
cleaned daily.
