Cerebral Palsy is the most common motor disability in childhood, according to the CDC. In 2008, 58.2% of children with CP could walk independently, 11.3% walked using a hand-held mobility device, and 30.6% had limited or no walking ability...
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I have been approached many times, as a physical therapist, by parents who are concerned with the way their children are walking especially from the ages of 1-5. The concerns vary from; one or both feet turning in, feet turning out, walking on...
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It can often be difficult after a long bout of pediatric physical therapy to move on to an independent program. This can be for many reasons including disruption of a routine that the family is already accustomed to, anxiety over continuing with...
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Orthotics can play a vital role in a child’s function and physical therapists are often the first to determine the need for orthotics. Physical therapists assess the range of motion, strength, muscle tone, foot alignment, and overall functional...
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Poor posture is something many parents become concerned about with their children, especially during adolescence. But when does poor posture become a problem? We all have deviations in our posture and it’s very rare to find someone with truly...
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We live in an age unlike any prior, where we are constantly bombarded by visual and auditory stimulation from TV’s, tablets, computers, phones, headphones, etc. Our children are especially susceptible to the negative effects of constant...
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When kids begin sitting independently, a common way to sit is through the “W” sitting position. This sitting position was named after the appearance of the child’s legs from a bird’s eye view. As a physical therapist, this position is discouraged...
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As the billing manager for TEAM 4 Kids Pediatric Therapy Centers I get many questions throughout the day about various insurance plans. Health insurance can be overwhelming and confusing for many families. I have put together 9 key questions to...
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