Flat head syndrome, known as plagiocephaly, occurs when a flat spot develops on the back or side of a baby’s head. It’s more of a cosmetic issue than a medical one. But, early diagnosis is better.

This is the most common type of flat-head syndrome. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, it affects up to 50% of infants. Positional plagiocephaly occurs when an infant’s head rests ...

Parents of brachycephalic infants who are concerned about their infant's head shape should be counseled and reassured that it is normal and that no treatment is necessary. Prevention measures should ...

A flattened or misshapen head due to sleep position or problems with the neck muscle is noted during the first few months after birth. The condition, called deformational plagiocephaly can be treated ...