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About the DOC Band®
The DOC Band® is the first FDA-cleared cranial orthotic, specifically designed to gently correct your baby’s head shape. With over 400,000+ babies treated, it’s lighter and more breathable, ensuring your baby’s comfort throughout the process. Backed by over 35 years of expertise, the DOC Band® offers proven, trusted results that parents and doctors alike rely on.
Why Early Treatment Matters
Starting treatment early leads to better outcomes. The DOC Band® gently reshapes your baby’s head, ensuring the best possible results when intervention happens sooner
Comfort First Design
The DOC Band® is 32% lighter and 44% more breathable than other options, ensuring your baby stays comfortable throughout treatment.
Proven, Trusted Results
With over 35 years of experience, Cranial Technologies has successfully treated thousands of babies. Trust us to deliver the care your baby deserves.
A team of caring, advanced medical professionals
A team of caring, advanced medical professionals
Our clinicians are physical therapists, occupational therapists, registered nurses, and orthotists. Each see hundreds of cases per year and are here to answer any questions you have.
35+ years of service
300k+ babies treated for plagiocephaly
100+ clinic locations nationwide
"The overall process was so efficient and accommodating...we felt our baby was in good hands! Would recommend to any and everyone!"
— V. Garvey, Parent
FAQ
- Will my baby’s head “round out” on its own?
- Isn’t plagiocephaly just cosmetic?
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No. While most parents have appearance-related concerns, that’s not the main reason to consider treatment. Many doctors now recognize skull abnormalities associated with moderate or severe plagiocephaly can have important functional implications for your baby, both now and later in life.
- Does plagiocephaly affect my baby's brain development?
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Plagiocephaly is not known to have any lasting harmful effects on your baby’s neurological development. However, if left untreated it is possible the head will remain misshapen into adulthood.
- Is plagiocephaly preventable?
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Simple at-home practices including supervised tummy time and repositioning techniques are known to prevent and improve abnormal head shapes up until about four months of age. Additionally, limiting the use of convenience devices, such as car seats, infant carriers and swings, is also recommended.
- How do I know if my baby needs helmet therapy?
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No two cases of plagiocephaly are alike and it's always best to consult a trained professional.
We're proud to offer head shape evaluations at no cost to you and zero commitment required. To get started, you can schedule online.