Helmet Clinic

At the Helmet Clinic, we not only focus on effective treatment but also prioritize education and support for families. Our team provides resources and guidance to help parents navigate their child's condition while empowering them to be active participants in their child's care journey. Together, we aim to enhance the overall well-being and developmental outcomes for our young patients.

The Helmet Clinic focuses on a variety of head shape disorders in infants, such as plagiocephaly, brachycephaly and muscular torticollis. Our expert team also addresses more complex issues like craniosynostosis, providing comprehensive and individualized treatment for each child.

When families come to the Helmet Clinic, they meet with our multispecialty team. We look forward to working with each child and family on this care journey.

We offer a variety of non-surgical treatment options to address head shape and alignment issues. Depending on a child's specific condition, we may recommend strategies such as those listed below.

Our team works closely with families to manage an infant's care and make sure everyone's needs are met. Get details on care locations here:

In most cases, your child’s pediatrician or another provider will refer your child to the Helmet Clinic. However, you can schedule an appointment without a referral if your child’s insurance company approves. For financial questions about helmet cost or insurance coverage, call the Hanger Clinic at 402.384.8727.

To schedule an appointment for your infant at our Helmet Clinic, call 402.955.7450. We are also available to answer any questions you may have or provide information on repositioning while you are waiting for your child's scheduled appointment.

Children’s Helmet Clinic team includes experienced, qualified pediatric plastic surgery professionals and other pediatric experts who care for infants with a variety of head shapes. Our team understands that congenital or acquired head shape deformities might be concerning. It is important to remember that positional head flattening does not affect brain growth or cause developmental delays. Our specialists are here to help.