OrthoAmerica's Cranial Training - SmartSoc Scanning Technology

Introduction

• Focus on SmartSoc scanning technology.
• Brief overview provided; detailed training required for purchase.
• Pre-2000: Plaster casting method used for cranial orthosis.
• Transition to scanning for efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness.

SmartSoc System Overview

• Eliminates need for plaster casts.
• Captures scans in 3 minutes or less.
• Portable system with phone, Smart Sock garment, and stickers.
• Cloud-based data access for clinicians and OrthoAmerica.
• Documents cranial shape and volume changes during treatment.

Scanning Technology

• SmartCam: Fast, safe, accurate video scans.
• User-Friendly: Minimal special training needed.
• Real-Time Scanning:
  • White generic head model for progress.
  • Scanning halo indicates optimal distance (green).
• CurveCapture App:
  • Converts 2D images to 3D models.
  • Secure, HIPAA-compliant cloud processing.
• eBRACE Platform:
  • Quick, seamless ordering and patient management.
  • HIPAA-compliant access to 2D and 3D models.

Patient Preparation

• Choose the best Smart Sock size (labels inside seam).
• Apply Smart Sock smoothly, avoiding wrinkles or color fade.
• Secure ties under chin; reassess fit.

Scanning Process

• Apply hexagon reference marker at head's top (sagittal & coronal planes).
• Place landmark stickers:
  • Cellion, nasal tip, anterior to earlobes.
  • Right/left cheek and trageon markers for alignment.
• Use ear covers to define ear cutout for starband.
• Ensure ear covers align with ear edges.
• Practice correct camera distance (green halo).

Alignment Techniques

• CCU Alignment:
  • For plagiocephaly; CHOA severity scale.
  • Identify cellion, nasal tip, earlobes, trageon.
• MCU Alignment:
  • For brachycephaly, vertical ear shift.
  • Cellion, nasal tip, earlobes, cheek apex.

Report Functions

• Choose data for printed report (standard, quadrant, calculated).
• Ensure accurate alignment before printing.
• Quantitative report removes subjective opinions.

Benefits and Applications

• Physicians: Quantitative info for decisions, educative tool for families.
• Orthotists: Eliminate casting, track treatment progress, claim documentation.
• Therapists: Educate families, track therapy progress.
• Payers: Verify treatment efficacy for coverage.

Modules and Future Developments

• Current: Skull deformities, trans-tibial prosthetics.
• Future: AFOs, knee orthoses, spinal areas.

• Module Conclusion: General overview complete; proceed to quiz and survey.