The first headgear used for special needs purposes were sports helmets for hockey or football. Although converted helmets offered some protective qualities, they added excessive weight, reduced vision, were hard to keep clean and often did not fit properly.
Then in the late 60's, Danmar became involved in designing and manufacturing specialty helmets just for Special Needs use. Over the last 30 years, they have worked steadily to improve their line with their priorities being safety, function and most of all comfort.
All the helmets shown are available in the colors below as noted.
The helmets DO NOT contain Latex.
Proper measurements are needed for a correct fit. Please contact us so that we may guide you through the process.
Standard color choices are shown throughout the website and in addition, most of our products can be specially ordered in your choice of color for a small additional charge.
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Halo Helmet
This is ideal for individuals who do not need full head coverage. The open top is very cool. A band of 5/8" foam surrounds the head at the forehead level. It extends down on to the temporal area on each side of the head and on the occipital area at the back. The top has adjustable crisscross straps to help stabilize the helmet on the head. Standard colors are Casa Tan, Royal Blue and Pink. Custom colors are available for an additional charge and are non-returnable.
Manufacturer: Danmar
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Soft Shell Helmet
Our lightest helmet averages only 8 ounces, and is fully ventilated without compromising head coverage. No hardware is used anywhere on the foam shell, so that the facial area does not come into contact with anything hard. A wide range of custom options and sizes are available, and we will be happy to discuss your clients individual needs based on our years of experience in this field. Standard colors are Casa Tan, Pink and Royal Blue, for other than our standard listed colors. An up-charge will be added and are non-returnable.
Manufacturer: Danmar
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Hard Shell Helmet
This headgear is both comfortable to wear and effective in reducing the risk of head injury. Having full ventilation, without compromising head coverage, is important for the comfort of the person wearing the headgear. A strong polyethylene shell covers a shock absorbent foam liner. Overall average weight of this headgear is only 17 ounces. A wide range of custom options and sizes are available, and we will be happy to discuss your clients individual needs based on our years of experience in this field. Standard colors are Casa Tan, Pink and Royal Blue, for other than our standard colors, an up-charge will be added and are non-returnable.
Manufacturer: Danmar
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Hard Shell Helmet w/Face Guard
When full coverage is the choice, this model offers the best combination of features. The entire clear face guard pivots to the top of the helmet for the convenience of the user. A strong polyethylene shell is riveted to the liner and the face guard is attached to this shell. Our clear Lexan polycarbonate face guard has an eye level opening (1"X 6") for unobstructed vision and a mouth opening(1"x 3 3/4") for maximum ventilation. We have lined the bottom edge of the face guard with a strip of soft foam. There are many custom modifications available with this style of helmet. Standard colors are Casa Tan, Royal Blue and Pink. Custom colors are available for an additional charge and are non-returnable.
Manufacturer: Danmar
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Chin Guard
Fitting comfortably over the chin area, this half-inch thick foam guard can be worn with all of our helmets. Soft yet really shock absorbent. The strap is laminated into the chin guard and attaches easily to the ear sling in place of the standard chin strap. Standard colors are Casa Tan, Pink and Royal Blue, for other than our standard listed colors, an up-charge will be added.
Manufacturer: Danmar
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Hard Shell Helmet w/Face Bar
Clear Lexan polycarbonate 2" wide face bar is added to our Hard Shell Helmet to help reduce the risk of injury to the facial area. This helmet is designed for use when direct face forward impact may occur. Face bar is screwed securely into place so it doesn't move or pivot. Our Chin Guard is a popular choice to go with this helmet to help reduce the risk of injury. Weight averages 21 ounces. Standard colors are Casa Tan, Royal Blue and Pink. Custom colors are available for an additional charge and are non-returnable.
Manufacturer: Danmar
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Deluxe Hard Shell Helmet
This sporty helmet has a decorative visor adding to the style and flair. We also include a soft rubber chin cup to add to the sporty look.
NOTE: visor is decorative only.
Manufacturer: Danmar
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Full Coverage Helmet
Lightweight foam helmet designed to cover the temporal cheek area as well as providing additional coverage around the ears and nape of the neck. An easily adjustable chin strap comes in rainbow or brown with a snap closure or a Velcro closure. This sporty design plus more coverage will make it applicable in many situations where coverage of both the head and cheek area is advised. Standard colors are Casa Tan, Royal Blue and Pink. Custom colors are available for an additional charge and are non-returnable.
Manufacturer: Danmar
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Post-Op Helmet
Professionals working with patients needing head coverage after surgery can place positioning pads around the inside of this clear shell. In an area of recent surgery for example, pads would be placed around a wound or surgical site to keep helmet shell elevated and away from the affected area. Clear polycarbonate shell, edged with soft foam is then lined with self adhesive foam pads in various thicknesses, and ventilation holes are added. Suggestions for placement of the pads are included with the helmet. If this helmet must be worn in bed we customize it by removing the back of the shell creating a "half helmet."
Manufacturer: Danmar
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New Born Cap
Soft 3/8" thick ventilated foam forms a cap for a newborn baby's head. It can be used in cases where the cranium has not completely formed, or after surgery when accidental bumping may occur, as well as during sibling interactions with the newborn when accidental touching of the sensitive area may occur. A soft chin strap holds the cap in place. The cap can be trimmed in the front to adjust forehead height or in back to allow for occipital differences, but then the foam edge is not fabricoated, however it is still waterproof.
Manufacturer: Danmar
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Standard Face Guard
When full coverage is the choice, this model offers the best combination of features. The entire clear face guard pivots to the top of the helmet for convenience of the user. A strong polyethylene shell is riveted to the liner and the face guard is attached to this shell.
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Hard Shell Ear Coverings
An inside layer of soft ventilated foam and an outer covering of tough polycarbonate are attached to a Hard Shell Helmet covering the ear area. These can be purchased with a new helmet or they can be attached to an older helmet. Instructions are included. Specify helmet size and color when placing order. Sold per pair.
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Soft Foam Ear Coverings
Covers made from our soft ventilated foam extend down over the ear area of our soft shell helmet. This modification must be specified at the time of ordering the helmet, as it cannot be retrofitted on an older helmet. Sold per pair.
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Face Guard
Basic face guard may be ordered without standard mouth and nose openings. As an example, ventilation holes could be used in place of the standard openings when the objective is to keep items out of the mouth or eye area.
Note: There are many options for face guard design ie: openings for eyes, nose and mouth.
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Extra Long Face Guard
A full 1" longer than the standard Face Guard, this Modification also has larger eye and mouth openings too. There is an eye level opening of 7"X2" for unobstructed vision and a mouth opening of 4 1/2"X 1 1/2" for maximum ventilation.
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Stabilizing Side Tabs
Face Guard is securely held in position by these attachments on each side of the helmet. Choose one of these two options: Permanent mount: the Face Guard remains positioned over the face and cannot be pivoted to the top of the helmet. Pivot Mount: This mount utilizes the quick release buckles to unsnap the Face Guard from the helmet enabling it to pivot up over the top of the helmet.
Options: Permanent Mount or Pivot Mount
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Rear Foam Extension
In order to provide additional protection at the back of the head, the vinyl coated shock absorbing foam can be extended lower. Specify how far down the rear foam area should be extended when ordering a helmet. This modification cannot be retrofitted to an existing helmet.
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Rear Hard Shell Extension
In order to provide additional coverage at the back of the head, the polyethylene shell may be extended to cover the lower foam at the back of the helmet.
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Foam Visor
A thick 2" foam visor extends from the helmet approximately 3", and absorbs impact from bumps to the frontal area of the head. Closed cell foam with vinyl coating retains its compression resistance. This can be used in conjunction with the Face Bar when face forward impact is probable.
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Quick Release Buckle Chin Strap
Use in place of a regular chin strap when frequent attempts to remove the helmet occur. To release, just squeeze the buckle.
Note: Chin closure or top closure, optional.
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Eyeglass Relief Area
Most clients who wear glasses are very comfortable wearing helmets with out this modification, but if eyeglass frames are a problem this solution is offered. Specially constructed padded polypropylene slings are formed to allow extra room for the frames of eye glasses.
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Custom Strapping System
Ideal for those situations where there are attempts to remove the helmet at inappropriate times. Straps are attached to each side of the helmet and then cross comfortably under the chin, attaching to the back of the helmet.
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Measure the head circumference (A) at eyebrow level. Occipital measurement (b) is taken from eyebrow level to the back of the head at the point that the helmet is to end. Over the top of the Head (C) to top of ears.
If for some reason the measurements do not fall within the above guidelines, or if there are other considerations to be taken into account, please call us for information on Custom Helmets.
