Paediatric (Baby and Children's) Physiotherapy
Paediatric and baby physiotherapists are movement specialists for your little one. Movement offers opportunity for your baby to explore their own body and then the new world around them. Paediatric physiotherapists have expertise in developmental motor milestones and common musculoskeletal conditions of newborns and infants. We use play, interaction and engagement to explore your little ones ability and patterns of movement and implement developmental programs that empower parents and care givers to facilitate age appropriate development.
Common developmental concerns include
- Reduced tolerance for tummy time
- Delayed rolling, sitting, crawling or walking
- Adoption of different movement patterns such as bottom shuffling, ‘W’ sitting or toe walking
- Clumsiness
- Children having difficulty with jumping, hopping, throwing and catching
In addition, paediatric physiotherapists have expertise managing musculoskeletal conditions unique to newborns and infants.
Common musculoskeletal conditions include
- A head preference
- Head shape changes (plagiocephaly, brachycephaly and scaphocephaly)
- Tight neck muscle (Torticollis)
- Positional foot concerns (Positional Talipes and Metatarsus adductus)
- Low muscle tone
- Hypermobility
If you have any questions about Paediatric (Baby and Children’s) Physiotherapy and if your little one could benefit from and assessment, enter some more details in our Injury Form so our Paediatric Physiotherapist can get back to you!
About Fit and Flow
Extensive experience in musculoskeletal and sports injuries, adolescent injuries, pre and post-natal physiotherapy, women's health and surgical rehabilitation provided from expert Physiotherapists in Caringbah.
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Though there are a number of potential factors that may contribute to the development of plagiocephaly and torticollis in an infant, there are ways it can be avoided or prevented 😁
It is important to encourage activities that promote early head control, such as:
- Cradling your baby's head in the middle when they are awake and alert.
- Gently talk or sing to your baby to encourage them to keep their head there.
- Once your baby is able to maintain eye contact, catch their attention and slowly move back and forth, allowing them to follow your face by turning their head.
- Offer early tummy time by placing them on your chest and encouraging them to lift their head.
If you feel you need further guidance on recognising or preventing these conditions in your infant, schedule an appointment with our Paediatric physiotherapist, Bree!
Book by calling us on 📞(02) 8544 3680, or by clicking the link in our bio! 💻
When gauging whether an infant is suffering from plagiocephaly and/or toriticollis, parents may notice 🤔:
- Their baby prefers to turn their head to one side (e.g. towards the right) when sleeping or at other times when positioned on their back.
- Their baby can't keep their head turned in the opposite direction (e.g. towards the left).
- Their baby has a head tilt
- Their baby has a misshapen head (i.e. the back of the head is flattened in appearance)
Look out for out next post where we outline some preventative measures! 👀 In the meantime, if you're concerned that your child is suffering from either of these conditions, book a consultation with our highly experienced Paediatric physiotherapist, Brianna! ☺️
You can reach us on (02) 8544 3680, or book online at a time that suits you.