It's a big word for a fairly common occurrence: plagiocephaly (pronounced play-gee-oh-sef-a-lee), which is Greek for oblique or slanted head. The condition refers to an asymmetrical skull, and it ...

Plagiocephaly is a condition in which a flat spot develops on a baby’s head. We explain the causes, symptoms, treatment methods, and tips for prevention.

The medical condition is positional plagiocephaly. No, not plagio-selfie. Not pledge of allegiance to yourself. But positional plagiocephaly otherwise known as deformational plagiocephaly or the ...

Plagiocephaly, commonly known as flat-head syndrome, is a condition that affects many infants, often going unnoticed until it becomes prominent. This condition results in a flattening or asymmetry ...

Parents should be educated about development of positional plagiocephaly before presenting at 2-month well-child visits.

About 47 percent of infants have flat spots on their heads, according to a Pediatrics study released Monday. The flat spots, called positional plagiocephaly, may be a result of the 1992 AAP ...

When Shayna Gutierrez was told her 4-month-old son had plagiocephaly -- also known as flat head syndrome -- she wasn't sure how people would respond. As soon as Gutierrez returned from the doctor ...

For National Plagiocephaly and Torticollis Awareness Day, Abby Storey, whose son, Jackson, has brittle bone disease and wears a helmet, is sharing his story.

Plagiocephaly with forehead and facial shifts can lead to asymmetric positioning of the eyes and the potential for ophthalmologic involvement, such as an increased prevalence of bilateral ...

(HealthDay)—For infants presenting at their 2-month well-child check, the incidence of positional plagiocephaly is estimated at close to 50 percent, and parents should be educated about ...

7-month-old Brendan Davis, who was diagnosed with plagiocephaly, wears a "Back to the Future"-themed helmet created by Paula Strawn.