Interview with Amanda Tell us about yourself I have been a Pediatric PT for 18 years and absolutely love what I do. Helping children reach their greatest potential brings me joy. Moving into a leadership role over the last several years to help therapists grow in...
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that healthy habits are best learned at a young age. Whether you’re raising a future major leaguer or taking daily walks in the park, stretching benefits the body and the mind. What is the importance of regular...
Does your baby only look to one side or have a head tilt? This may be a condition called Torticollis. Torticollis (also known as wry neck) is a condition in which the head becomes persistently turned to one side. In infants this could be due to positioning in the womb...
Interview with Steve Tell us about yourself I am the type of person who believes that you can and should have fun doing just about anything you do. I enjoy riding and working on motorcycles, golfing, and I have been into building and driving remote control cars. Why...
Interview with Kayleen Tell us about yourself I am originally from Florida but I went to school in Texas! My boyfriend and I moved to Arizona in August of 2021 because I wanted to live near mountains without a lot of snow. We have a dog named Waylon who we love dearly...
Interview with Alyssa Tell us about yourself I’m married with one kiddo and two dogs! I was born in Arizona but have moved around quite a bit due to the Army! Why did you become a Physical Therapy Assistant? I became a PTA because I went through my own physical...
Workplace ergonomics is just as important for children as it is for adults. With more time being spent in front of a computer or tablet, it’s a good time to make sure your kid's workspace is set up ideally for them. This will allow them to sit comfortably for extended...
As the Arizona heat continues to rise this summer, most of us will want to jump in the water! The pool is a fantastic place not only for fun and play but also for kiddos to get stronger. As always, it is very important to have adult supervision when playing in or near...
Now that Summer is in full swing, here are 5 easy activities to do with your kiddos to help get their wiggles out while promoting gross motor skills. These activities will help them get stronger, improve balance, and increase coordination. Throw on your red white and...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has had milestone checklists on their website since 2004. These milestone checklists act as a guide for parents to identify upcoming skills related to language, cognition, social-emotional, and motor development. These...
