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Pediatric-Physical-Therapist

For Parents, For Therapists, Physical Therapy ·

5 Questions To Ask Your Pediatric Physical Therapist For The Best Experience

Is your child currently working with a pediatric physical therapist or about to start soon? As a parent it may be overwhelming at times, especially if you’re new to pediatric therapy, to know what questions to ask.  A good therapist-client…

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Definitions, For Therapists, Physical Therapy ·

A PT’s Opinion on Sitting Cross Legged – Tailor Sitting

What is the Tailor Sitting (“Sitting Cross Legged or Criss Cross Applesauce”) Position? If you know what “criss-cross applesauce” sitting looks like, you have seen a tailor sitting position (also known as sitting cross legged). This position is when a…

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Physical-Therapy-Tools

Physical Therapy ·

5 Physical Therapy Tools You Already Have at Home

Before you click ‘purchase’ on that online order or grab your keys to drive to the nearest Target, look around your home first. You may already have some physical therapy tools in disguise! Wonder what those household items are? Read…

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Why-Stretching-Is-Important

Cerebral Palsy, For Therapists, Gross Motor, Physical Therapy ·

Why Stretching Is Important – 4 Things You May Not Know

Recently I was having a conversation with a parent about why stretching is important. Her son has Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy and is really tight pretty much everywhere, but more specifically, his hamstrings (back of his thigh muscles) and adductors…

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Physical-Therapy-Games

Activities, For Therapists, Physical Therapy ·

3 Fun Pediatric Physical Therapy Games and Activities

Rumor has it that pediatric physical therapists are also known as exercise disguisers, the loudest cheerleaders, and master negotiators.  Wonder what fun physical therapy games are commonly used?  Read on to find out three of my favorite pediatric physical therapy…

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Kids-Indoor-Playground

Gross Motor, Product Reviews ·

The GYMBOX Kids Indoor Playground (Buyer’s Review Guide)

Are you looking for a kids indoor playground to enhance your child’s strength, flexibility, and gross motor skills? If you answered yes, then the GYMBOX is worth learning about. Whether you need to use it at home, at school, or…

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W-Sitting

Definitions, For Parents, For Therapists ·

The 101 on W Sitting Position

What is W-Sitting? W-Sitting is when a child sits with their knees folded over in front of them, placing their feet and ankles on either side of their hips. This position is known as W-sitting because it creates a W…

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Visual-Motor-Integration (1)

Activities, Visual Motor ·

Visual Motor Integration (8 Simple Activities for Children)

What is visual motor integration? Visual motor integration is the ability for your child’s hands and eyes to work together to guide their movements. Their eyes tell their brain how to move, and then their brain tells their hands to…

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Pediatric-Therapy

Intensive Therapy, Resources ·

6 Tips To Choose The Best Pediatric Therapy Intensive Program

Over the last decade or so, Pediatric Therapy Intensive programs have become more common, and more children are benefiting from them every day.    With this growth, we have seen an increase in the types and locations of these phenomenal programs….

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peanut-ball

Activities, Gross Motor, Physical Therapy ·

7 At-Home Peanut Ball Therapy Exercises to Try

A peanut ball is a versatile therapy tool utilized by both physical and occupational therapists which can also be used for simple and effective home exercises for your kiddo.   Here are seven physio ball or peanut ball exercises to try…

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Service-Dog-Breeds

For Parents, Resources ·

5 Great Service Dog Breeds for Kids

If your child has special needs, specific service dog breeds may be a wonderful trained helper to assist with daily activities. Most importantly, a loyal companion to fit into your family’s lifestyle and child’s needs. So you may be wondering…

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Therapy-Toys

Fine Motor, Gross Motor, Sensory, Toys ·

10 Best Therapy Toys for Kids

Therapy toys play a vital role in a child’s development, especially early on. For a child with cerebral palsy, autism, sensory challenges, behavioral issues, ADHD, or motor delays, therapy toys are a great way to encourage learning and development through…

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