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Pediatric Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is a health care profession that helps people to achieve their highest quality of life through movement. The physiotherapist is trained to assess and treat a variety of conditions that affect the physical function of your child.

When to see a physiotherapist? 

A physiotherapist may become involved with your child at any time from birth onwards, for any number of reasons and not necessarily because something is significantly wrong. It is never too early to seek help and advice and if necessary physiotherapy treatment. Physiotherapists who treat children are required to develop ongoing expertise and knowledge in the field as well as the qualities and skills required to assess, motivate and care for children.

The physiotherapist will, following an initial assessment of the child's physical functions and abilities, plan the appropriate treatment program. The therapist works in partnership with the parents as well as with other health professionals and therefore will offer support, guidance, and advice according to the child and family's needs.

Some conditions commonly treated are:

• Cerebral palsy
  
• Congenital syndromes such as Down syndrome
  
• Spina bifida
  
• Hydrocephalus
  
• Developmental coordination disorder
  
• Developmental delay
  
• Neuromuscular conditions
  
• Orthopedic conditions (torticollis, scoliosis, Erb's palsy etc.)
  
• Autism spectrum disorder
  
• Attention deficit disorder (ADHD, ADD)
  

Children love movement and this is how they learn about themselves and their environment. Therapy sessions involve as much playfulness as possible in order to relax and distract children. This also encourages them to feel confident in their movement abilities and become active participants in therapy by allowing them to use their inner drive to learn and achieve. Parents or caregivers are encouraged to be present and participate where appropriate in order to learn handling techniques, use of any adaptive or mobility equipment and how to carry over any therapy at home such as stretching.

Some of the treatment approaches that our physiotherapists use include neuro-developmental therapy (NDT) and craniosacral therapy.