We hope you enjoyed our Torticollis Treatment Post discussing Exercises and Activities to effectively treat Torticollis.
This post will focus on Torticollis Treatment Equipment, highlighting equipment and toys that can be helpful in the treatment of Torticollis. This equipment is recommended in conjunction with appropriate therapeutic intervention by a qualified Pediatric professional.
Torticollis Treatment Equipment Ideas
1. Boppy Pillow
- Can be used to encourage Tummy Time, positioning in supine to offload pressure on head or assisting with sidelying play.
- Great nursing support to promote symmetric head rotation as well!
- Can also be a great tool for supported sitting practice when child is ready.
- For more Sitting Tips and Tricks read our post here!
- Functions like a bolster to promote child’s active head/neck control while targeting upper body strengthening.
- Great for Tummy Time and propping during Sidelying play!
For more Tummy Time Tips and Tricks read our post here!
3. Incline Ramp
- Encourages active play during Tummy Time.
- Utilize the incline to facilitate neck and upper body strength while allowing hands free to manipulate toys.
4. Therapy Ball
- One of the most helpful pieces of Torticollis Treatment Equipment!
- Can be used to facilitate Tummy Time, weight shifting, righting reactions, postural control, address head/neck strength and range of motion!
5. Dyna-Disc and Incline Wedge
- To challenge trunk strength/stability in supported sitting and shoulder strength/stability in prone propping.
- Great for weight shifting, balance reactions and encouraging active range of motion!
6. Activity Gym
- Encourages Tummy Time, promotes head/neck strength, offloads pressure on head and encourages active range of motion!
7. Baby Mirror
- Great motivator for Tummy Time and Sidelying play!
For more Tummy Time Toy Recommendations read our Post here!
- Promotes visual tracking, active range of motion, and hand-eye coordination.
- Encourage grasping and visual tracking as we address range of motion and head/neck strength!
For more Torticollis Treatment Strategies be sure to check out our post here!
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