Ideas for using a balance board~ this looks like a fun way to have M work on reducing the tightness in his tendons. I think I'll be getting him one!
How to help your baby learn how to walk, from a pediatric physical therapist! Try this tip to help your baby move from walking along furniture to taking independent steps! Is your baby having a hard time learning how to walk? Let us know in the comments below! 🎥: @ptandparenthood
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Since a lot of pediatric physical therapists tend to travel between patients' homes or between schools, we have to get creative with less equipment. So here is 1 of my tips to use: Supplies you need: Painter's tape- I like to use the standard blue painter's tape. I like this tape because it is easier…
Creative and fun pediatric core strengthening exercises. A ton of great choices for and unique exercises to choose from. Kids love these activities.
I love when I find an unexpected treasure (and in the $ bin no less)! This morning I stopped at our local Rite-Aid to stock up on soda (not healthy I know but sometimes that's what it takes to keep up with the kids) to feed our addictions at work and I was…
Torticollis — or simply, twisted neck — is a condition in which the head stays tilted to one side. Infant torticollis is due to a tight neck muscle. Infant tortocillis responds very well to physical therapy, and the earlier treatment begins the better.
As I've said before, one of Trevor's biggest obstacles in gaining new gross motor skills is his lack of core strength. His poor trunk control even affects gaining new fine motor skills, because when he's sitting his body is working so hard just to sit that he has a hard time being precise with his…
What happens when a child is referred due to being pigeon-toed? There are so many concerns families have, even when the measurements of femoral anteversion are "normal" for that age. First, I don't encourage W-sitting. Children with femoral anteversion prefer to W-sit- and I never force them to tailor (cross leg) sit, but I encourage…
[Source: Starfish Therapies] In honor of October being Physical Therapy Month, we wanted to share a list of things that you may not realize a pediatric physical therapist can help your child with. If any of these resonate with you, call your local pediatric physical therapist to ask questions. Happy Physical Therapy Month! Read the […]
Exercises and Activities to Address Flat Feet in Children; Pediatric Physical Therapy for Children with Flat Feet; Pediatric Flat Feet
With intricate coloring sheets being super popular right now, I thought I would create a few for occupational and physical therapy. Simple but cute! Here are three things to do with your coloring sheets: Color and decorate the therapy room. Have a coloring contest and award a small prize to the winner. Tell everyone not […]
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Full sensory activities at www.elevating-kids.comLearn how to test your child's primitive reflexes to help them with their sensory needs
These are some of the best therapy toys and games used by pediatric occupational and physical therapists to promote skill development.
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A Patient's Guide to Rotational Deformities in Children Introduction Rotational deformities of the legs and feet in children are often a cause of concern for parents. Most people think of the deformities as either toeing in or toeing out. The deformity actually comes from rotation of the femur and the tibia. Rotation of the legs
Body Awareness: Characteristics of Impaired or Poor Proprioception in Your Child This article provides helpful learning information regarding body awareness and
A baby with Down syndrome is often born with low tone, or hypotonia. This guide will help you properly hold and position a newborn with Down syndrome.
