Ankyloglossia, frequently referred to as a tongue-tie, is a common congenital irregularity in which the tongue is tethered to the floor of the mouth. The degree of severity of the tongue-tie differs between individuals as well as the impact that...
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For the parent of a child with special needs or developmental delays, success may not always look the same. As a physical therapist for many years, I have learned to see success in day to day measures. I get a huge sense of gratification when a...
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How Children Are Able To Tolerate Transitions? August 23, 2019 by admin 0 0 Occupational therapists at TEAM 4 Kids often assess how children are able to tolerate transitions. This can refer to transitioning or moving, between environments or...
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As a Speech Therapist, I am often asked what a child’s first words will be. This is a difficult question to answer because each child and what they experience is unique. The ways they play or interact with family and their environment directly...
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The role of a physical therapist isn’t always well understood by the general public. Often times physical therapy is mistaken for physical training, massage therapy or chiropractic treatment (joint manipulation). While all of these elements can...
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Sense of Belonging: Classes give a child the feeling of being a positive contribution. In the classes at T.E.A.M for Kids, the kiddos are given many tasks throughout and are encouraged to complete all skills alongside their peers. When kiddo is...
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Have you ever wanted to try assistive technology for your child but not known where to start? In downtown Phoenix, there is an organization called Arizona Technology Access Program (AzTAP), which allows you to borrow their equipment to see if it...
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It is clear that many aspects of a child’s environment influence his or her motor, cognitive and social-emotional outcomes”. “Parental responsivity, a variety of daily experiences, equipment use and the structure of the physical space are...
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