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Exploring Craniosacral Therapy in Pediatric Physical Therapy: Benefits and Integration

As parents, we are always on the lookout for effective therapies that can support our children’s health and well-being. One emerging practice in the field of pediatric physical therapy is craniosacral therapy (CST). In this article, we will delve into what craniosacral therapy entails and how physical therapists are incorporating it into treatment sessions for children. We will also explore potential benefits over time that CST can offer to your child’s overall development.

Understanding and Addressing Constipation in Toddlers and Children: A Guide for Parents

By: Red Door Pediatric Therapy Staff Constipation is a common issue that affects many toddlers and children, often causing discomfort and distress. However, identifying constipation in young ones can be challenging for parents as the symptoms may not always be apparent. This article aims to shed light on the

Planning for Your Child’s Future

By: Jessica Oswald, Occupational Therapist Parents wonder about their children’s futures at a very early age. Questions they ask may include: What will my child be when they grow up? Where will they live? Will they attend post secondary education of some kind? Parents of children with medical diagnoses or

Health Insurance Policies: Questions you should ask!

By: Jessica Oswald, Therapy Coordinator Insurance plans and policies are all different and can be so confusing! Let us give you some basic facts and terminology so that you are better able to understand the jargony language of insurance and third party payers. Keep in mind that therapy services (speech,

Physical Therapy and Infants

Why do some infants need PT and how do I know if my child is one of them? By: Laura Kendall, DPT How do you know your child is meeting motor development skills on time? How do you know if your infant needs Physical Therapy (PT)? Difficulties in infancy can

Torticollis

By: Laura Kendall, DPT Exploration of the world starts in infancy. Some infants, however, have limited motion, specifically with their neck. This is often due to a tight neck muscle, typically the sternocleidomastoid, and is called torticollis. Torticollis is a condition that occurs in infants and can be diagnosed shortly

All things /s/!

By: Mandy Griffin, MS CCC-SLP We typically see /s/ emerge around the age three, though kids often use it during play and in babble much earlier than that. The production of /s/ is made using the sides of the tongue to elevate and meet the palate (roof of the mouth).

Oral habits: Practical strategies to get rid of them

By: Amber Fox, MS, CCC-SLP Oral habits such as thumb or finger sucking and prolonged pacifire use can be very tricky to extinguish! Here are some helpful tips in tackling these unwanted oral habits. Gather your team- make sure all caregivers are on board and following the same plan- consistency

Crossing Midline

By: Erin Haugen, M/OTRL What does “cross midline” mean? Crossing midline is the act of moving our arms or legs across the midline of our body. Why is it important? Vital to the development of using both sides of the body together Facilitates coordination and communication between the left and

Facts about a Concussion

By: Amber Fredrickson, DPT What is a concussion? A concussion is a brain injury caused by a direct or indirect force to the head or body that changes how the brain functions. General symptoms: Headache Dizziness Nausea/vomiting Sleep disturbances Drowsiness Poor balance and coordination Visual problems Sensitivity to light or