Are you worried your baby's head has a flat area on it? Have you noticed they always prefer to look or sleep with their head in one direction, or keep their head tilted to one side? This video series will teach you what to watch for in regards to plagiocephaly and torticollis, provide tips on how to start correcting the flat area using counterpressure, and offer suggestions on how to make tummy time easier. We will also discuss when and where to turn for additional help (see clinic links below).
Chapter 3 in this series will teach you how to use counterpressure during awake time to correct the flat area on your baby's head. These strategies can also be used to help prevent a flat area.
If you are in the Calgary, Alberta, area and feel your baby would benefit from an assessment with a physiotherapist specializing in plagiocephaly, torticollis, and repositioning, appointments are available at the following clinics:
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Lori Walker Krause, BSc.P.T., MCPA is a registered physiotherapist with over 17 years of experience treating infants with plagiocephaly, torticollis and a wide variety of developmental delays. For full bio and to book with Lori visit [ Ссылка ]
