Physiotherapists cater to clients of all ages, but did you know that ‘all ages’ includes children? Right at Home Allied Health physiotherapists are experts in child development milestones. We work to improve children's bodily systems and functions so they can get on with having fun.
Although treating children differs significantly from working with adults, physiotherapists are equipped with the necessary knowledge to assess, diagnose, and treat children facing challenges related to orthopaedics, congenital malformations, neurology, developmental delays, and neuromotor issues.
Paediatric physiotherapy focuses on hands-on techniques, exercises, and interventions designed to address functional impairments, muscle tone, strength, coordination, balance, posture, mobility, and range of motion.
Right at Home Allied Health Bulimba Hawthorne Physiotherapist Marianna Bernal, says that childhood is the ideal time to address movement disorders because children’s bodies and brains are highly adaptable and capable of growth.
“If your child is showing signs of developmental delays or musculoskeletal issues like tiptoe walking or limping, don't wait for it to solve itself,” she advises.
“We can help your child reach their full potential.”
Key goals of paediatric physiotherapy treatment include:
- Alleviating pain
- Enhancing strength and endurance
- Helping children acquire developmental skills through learning opportunities
Right at Home Allied Health physiotherapists collaborate closely with families and multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) that may include paediatricians, neurologists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and nutritionists, among others.
Benefits of paediatric physiotherapy:
- Improved posture and resolution of movement disorders
- Addressed developmental delays and integrated primitive reflexes, promoting efficient movement
- Enhanced gross motor skills and functional mobility
- Strengthened balance, muscle strength, and coordination
- Optimised muscle tone and range of motion
- Gait retraining
- Alleviation of respiratory difficulties
Right at Home Allied Health physiotherapists are dedicated to improving the quality of life for those they serve whether you're aged eight or 80.
Right at Home Allied Health is dedicated to delivering quality, patient-centred care across Australia. Our allied health services comprise chiropractic, exercise physiology, occupational therapy, optometry, osteopathy, physiotherapy, podiatry, psychology, and speech pathology. We also provide remedial massage therapy, clinical nutrition, clinical naturopathy, and Pilates. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve by decoding health, happiness, and harmony. Discover, heal, and optimise your physical and emotional wellbeing with Right at Home Allied Health. Book a Discovery Session at your local clinic today.
*Some services may not be available in all locations. Please contact your local office to learn more about their in-clinic and at-home allied health and wellbeing services.
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