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Archive for Pediatric Therapy

5 Brain Building Exercises To Do with Your Child

5 Brain Building Exercises To Do with Your Child

During your child’s toddler years, they develop their physical, motor and mental abilities, and brain games for children can help your toddler develop essential thinking skills while playing. For kids, brain-building exercises primarily focus on improving attention and memory, which can significantly benefit children who struggle with ADHD symptoms, learning or language. 5 Brain-Building Exercises […]

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5 Fun Physical Therapy Activities for Children

Physical therapy can be a lot of fun depending on how it’s presented and handled. Whether you want to find professional services that feel like play or incorporate new support methods at home, try these five fun pediatric therapy activities: 1. Animal Walk Make physical therapy exercises fun with the help of your imagination. Put […]

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7 Ways to Maintain Speech Therapy Progress at Home

January 31, 2023

7 Ways to Maintain Speech Therapy Progress at Home Speech and language development takes persistence, repetition and lots of practice. If your child has been to speech therapy, you’ve likely been given homework to complete between sessions. Making a habit of practicing and reinforcing those speech and language skills can be incredibly beneficial to your […]

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Differences Between Physical and Occupational Therapy for Kids

February 2, 2023

If your child struggles to perform some daily tasks or physical movements, you may want the support of a physical therapist (PT) or occupational therapist (OT) for kids. While these practices share many similarities, they are two distinct fields, and it’s important to identify which type of therapy can best help your child achieve their […]

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Guide to Feeding Therapy for Children

guide to feeding therapy
March 2, 2022

If your child gags or spits out food during mealtime, they might be a picky eater. Or, certain conditions may mean your child has trouble eating or drinking. If your child refuses to eat or simply has trouble eating, feeding therapy can help. Feeding therapy is meant to improve a child’s relationship with food and […]

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Guide to Pediatric Speech Therapy: An Overview & How to Prepare

February 2, 2023

What Is Speech Therapy for Kids? While it’s normal for children to have difficulty pronouncing words and forming sentences when they first begin to speak, if this problem persists, it may be a sign of a speech disorder. Learning how to get speech therapy can be the first step toward helping them communicate. Luckily, the […]

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Signs Your Child Can Benefit From Occupational Therapy

signs your child can benefits from occupational therapy
December 7, 2021

Does your child experience more challenges completing daily tasks at home, school or in the community than other children? Do other children successfully overcome tasks and difficulties without trouble compared to your child? Sometimes, children have difficulty expressing themselves and develop their motor skills at a slower rate than their peers. While every child grows […]

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The Beginners Guide to ABA Therapy for Parents

February 1, 2023

Are you considering applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for a child diagnosed with autism? This therapy empowers children and adolescents to develop skills and communication styles suited to their unique needs. In this guide, we’ll answer your pressing questions about ABA therapy and how it works to help you make the best treatment decisions for […]

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Tips to Help Your Child Overcome Social Anxiety

February 2, 2023

If you are the parent of a shy, anxious or sensitive kid, you may understand that your child has some difficulty or feels overwhelmed in large groups. While it is common to see social anxiety in kids and adolescents, it does not have to limit your child from creating fulfilling relationships. As a parent, you […]

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What is Pediatric Occupational Therapy?

February 1, 2023

Pediatric Therapy is any medical treatment designed to help treat conditions in children. Specifically, Pediatric Occupational Therapists (OT) provide therapy for children struggling with sensory issues, attention and fine motor skills, among other challenges. Pediatric Occupational Therapy utilizes motor control strategies, sensory integration and therapeutic exercises to assist children. Your child’s OT can provide cognitive […]

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