
Colorado Springs, CO
Free Cranial Consultation in Colorado Springs, CO
A no-cost head shape evaluation and honest recommendation, whether or not a helmet turns out to be needed.
Free Cranial Consultation
What Free Cranial Consultation Involves
The consultation costs nothing and commits you to nothing. Kristen looks at your baby's head from every angle, takes measurements, explains what is actually going on, and gives you a straight recommendation — including telling you when repositioning and therapy will be enough on their own.
Who Needs This
- Parents who noticed a flat spot and are not sure it matters
- Families with a pediatrician referral for a head shape evaluation
- Babies with torticollis or a strong head-turn preference
- Parents wanting a second opinion on a helmet recommendation
- Families comparing providers before starting treatment
- Anyone who wants measurements now and a recheck in a month
How Treatment Works
- 01
Book a time
Call or send the form. We usually get families in within a week, at our office or at your home.
- 02
Head shape exam
We assess symmetry, ear alignment, forehead position, and neck range of motion.
- 03
Measurements
We record the numbers used to grade severity so future visits have a real baseline.
- 04
Honest recommendation
Helmet, repositioning, PT referral, or a simple recheck in four weeks — whatever the head shape actually calls for.
- 05
Insurance check
If a helmet makes sense, we verify your benefits and explain the cost before you commit.
- 06
Next steps
You leave knowing exactly what happens next, whether or not that involves us.
What Affects Your Cost
- The consultation itself is free, with no obligation
- Insurance coverage only comes into play if a helmet is recommended
- Deductible and coinsurance amounts vary by plan
- Prior authorization requirements differ between Medicaid, TRICARE, and commercial plans
- A second helmet may be needed in longer courses of treatment
- Travel visits are available across our service area at no added cost
Service Areas
Free Cranial Consultation Coverage Area
Colorado Springs, CO
Our office
Our clinic sits on W. Buena Ventura St., minutes from the downtown pediatric and physical therapy practices most families are referred from. Scanning, fitting, and every adjustment visit happen here.
80903 · 80904 · 80905 · 80907 · 80909 · 80915 · 80917 · 80918 · 80919 · 80920 · 80921 · 80922
Pueblo, CO
~45 miles south
Pueblo families do not need to make the drive north for every visit. We travel down for scans, fittings, and adjustment checks so treatment stays on schedule.
81001 · 81003 · 81004 · 81005 · 81007 · 81008
Monument, CO
~20 miles north
A short run up I-25 from our office, and a common meeting point for families in the Tri-Lakes area who would rather we come to them.
80132 · 80133
Fountain, CO
~12 miles south
We work with many Fort Carson families in Fountain and Security-Widefield, including babies whose treatment started at a previous duty station.
80817 · 80911 · 80925
Castle Rock, CO
~40 miles north
Castle Rock and Douglas County families can meet us here rather than fighting Denver traffic for a twenty-minute adjustment visit.
80104 · 80108 · 80109
Cañon City, CO
~45 miles southwest
Fremont County has few cranial remolding options nearby, so we schedule Cañon City visits in blocks to keep the trips worth your time.
81212 · 81226
Why Customers Choose Cranial Kids
- Free consultations, with an honest answer about whether a helmet is even needed
- Kristen Thessing, CPO handles the scan, the fitting, and every adjustment personally
- Radiation-free STARscanner and SmartSoc imaging — no X-rays, no sedation, no plaster
- In-home and on-site visits across Southern Colorado and the Front Range
- We coordinate directly with your pediatrician, neurosurgeon, and physical therapist
- Insurance benefits verified before treatment begins, so there are no surprises
FAQs
Free Cranial Consultation FAQs
Is the consultation really free?
Yes. There is no charge and no obligation, whether or not you decide on treatment.
Do I need a referral?
Not to be seen by us. Insurance coverage for a helmet typically requires a physician order, and we help arrange it.
How long does it take?
Plan on about 30 minutes, including measurements and time for your questions.
What should I bring?
Any referral paperwork, your insurance card, and a list of questions. Feeding and changing supplies never hurt.
Can you come to us?
Yes. Home, daycare, or an existing doctor or therapy appointment all work.
What if my baby is too old for a helmet?
We will tell you plainly and explain what still helps at that age, rather than sell you a helmet that will not work.
Free Free Cranial Consultation Consultation in Colorado Springs
Tell us what you need and we'll get right back to you. For anything urgent, call us directly.
719-896-5924