PHYSICAL THERAPY

Physical therapy interventions focus on laying the foundation required for core strength and stability for all other developmental skills to build on. PT treatment is needed when a child demonstrates developmental delays in gaining milestones or after an acquired injury that causes neurological or musculoskeletal changes. Interventions range greatly, including:

• Building endurance and tolerance to handling and positioning

• Developing protective reactions and balance techniques

• Integrating vestibular and proprioceptive input

• Improving postural alignment and positioning

• Developing awareness and orientation to where their body is in space

• Teaching walking, running, and jumping mechanics

• Developing and improving cross body coordination and control

Doing physical therapy in the pediatric population is unique and fun as often it’s just a matter of getting the child engaged in games and play. Here at Climb we set up activities for your child to do that work towards established goals, often without them realizing that they are doing exercise or work.

Please see our “learn more” page for any other concerns you may have about whether your child is appropriate for Physical Therapy services.