Pediatric Physiotherapy
Alleviate Physiotherapy has a range of physical therapies including Pediatric Physiotherapy at our clinic locations in Clarkson Go , Mississauga and Etobicoke
Alleviate Physiotherapy is one of GTA’s Top 5-Star Rated Physiotherapy Clinics, located near you at Mississauga, Etobicoke and ClarksonGO. Our expert therapists are trained in Pediatric Physiotherapy and can provide you with a comprehensive wellness plan that is tailored to suit the mobility or pain free living needs of your child.
What is Pediatric Physiotherapy?
Pediatric physiotherapy, also known as pediatric physical therapy, is a specialized form of physiotherapy that focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of infants, children, and adolescents who have conditions that affect their movement and mobility. These conditions can include congenital disorders, developmental delays, injuries, and chronic conditions such as cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy.
Our Pediatric physiotherapists work with children of all ages and abilities, from newborns to teenagers. We use a variety of techniques to help children to develop and improve their movement, strength, coordination, balance, and overall function. Some of these techniques include:
- Hands on therapy approach and Exercise: Pediatric physiotherapists will design a specific hands on therapy program tailored to the child's condition and goals. The approach mainly focuses on strengthening, stretching, and conditioning the affected muscles and joints.Therapist mostly use various techniques such as NDT(Neuro Developmental Therapy,Vojta technique, taping techniques, functional electrical stimulation, balance and coordination training, and Frenkel's exercises.
- Developmental Techniques: These techniques are used to help children with developmental delays or congenital disorders to develop age-appropriate skills such as crawling, walking, sitting, and standing.
- Modalities: The physiotherapist may use various modalities to help reduce pain, inflammation, and muscle spasms, such as Laser, heat and cold therapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation- EMS, IFC.
- Education and Advice: Our physiotherapists provide children with education and advice on injury prevention, self-management, and the use of assistive devices such as braces.
- Re-Assessment: The physiotherapist will regularly reassess the child's progress and make adjustments to the treatment plan as needed.
Pediatric physiotherapy typically requires multiple sessions, and the frequency and duration of treatment will depend on the child's condition and goals. Our physiotherapists work closely with the child and their family to set realistic goals and monitor progress as needed to ensure the best possible outcome from the treatment schedules.
How can Pediatric Physiotherapy help?
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Our physiotherapists treat a wide range of conditions that affect infants, children, and adolescents, including:
- Congenital disorders: Conditions that are present at birth, such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, and spina bifida. Pediatric physiotherapy can help children with congenital disorders to develop age-appropriate skills and to improve their strength, coordination, and mobility.
- Developmental delays: Delays in reaching developmental milestones, such as crawling, walking, or talking. Pediatric physiotherapy can help children with developmental delays to catch up with their peers and to reach their full potential.
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Injuries: Accidents and injuries, such as sports injuries or broken bones. Pediatric physiotherapy can help children to recover from injuries and to regain their strength, coordination, and mobility.
Read more about Motor Vehicle Accidents. - Musculoskeletal conditions: Conditions that affect the bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments, such as scoliosis or juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Pediatric physiotherapy can help children to manage their symptoms and to improve their function.
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Neurological conditions: Conditions that affect the brain and spinal cord, such as traumatic brain injury or spinal cord injury. Pediatric physiotherapy can help children to manage their symptoms and to regain their strength, coordination, and mobility.
Read more about Neuro Physiotherapy - Respiratory conditions: Conditions that affect the lung, such as asthma or bronchitis. Pediatric physiotherapy can help children to manage their symptoms and to improve their lung function.
We understand that some conditions may be more challenging to treat than others and the outcome may vary depending on the severity, stage, and duration of the condition. However, our trained physiotherapists will work closely with the child and their family to set realistic goals and monitor progress continuously to make sure that the right outcome is delivered for mobility and pain free living.
We at Alleviate Physiotherapy believe in a well-rounded treatment protocol and believe that all our clients should achieve their goals of pain free living.Â
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