Orthotic Management of Deformational Plagiocephaly: Consensus Clinical Standards of Care

Abstract

Objective To establish consensus on definitive, actionable standards for the management of deformational plagiocephaly. Design Three-stage Delphi Survey process based on best practice statements obtained through literature review. Setting Electronic survey delivery. Participants Review panel of 10 multidisciplinary subject matter experts (SMEs); survey panel of 30 cranial orthotists. Results Fifty-four best practice statements were accepted in four categories: diagnosis, presentation and severity, initiating treatment, and management principles. Conclusions Clinical practice can be guided en route to robust evidence as to the efficacy of various plagiocephaly management strategies, in pursuit of definitive standards.