Tummy time is a strengthening activity that begins with placing your baby on their stomach to play during wakeful times. This activity puts babies in position to practice lifting their bodies and heads and to begin controlling their movements.
Because a Pediatric Physical Therapist specializes in children, there are significant differences in the approach to care. Children require specialized care, care a pediatric therapist is trained to deliver. Most adults who work with Physical Therapists understand that their recovery is a process that may involve some discomfort and patience to achieve the desired outcome. Children need different motivators to encourage a positive outcome. Pediatric therapy involves fun and playful therapeutic interventions and activities to allow children to maximize their functional independence within their environment. A skilled Pediatric Physical Therapist will also work with parents and guardians to help them assist their child through the recovery and encourage a positive environment for all parties involved.
Most of the time, you can bring your child directly to therapy for evaluation if you have concerns for your child’s range of motion, strength, developmental milestones, neurological condition, balance/coordination deficits, or sports injury. We are more than happy to offer a consultation and verify your benefits. Some insurance plans will require a physician’s prescription before authorizing reimbursement. We can help you expedite this process so that your child’s medical care is not delayed.
A Pediatric Physical Therapist can evaluate your child’s range of motion, strength, alignment, tone, walking pattern and balance skills to determine if physical therapy sessions may be necessary to assist your child in reaching his or her functional potential. It is essential to seek early therapeutic intervention for the best outcome. Don’t wait to see if things will improve, let an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist help!