Pediatric Physical Therapy in Mechanicsburg, PA
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers - Mechanicsburg is now offering pediatric physical therapy. We are dedicated to providing exceptional pediatric therapy to children in Mechanicsburg, PA.
Specialized pediatric physical therapy programs help children overcome physical challenges and improve motor skills. For children dealing with developmental delays, orthopedic conditions, and neuromuscular disorders, pediatric therapy at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in Mechanicsburg, PA, supports their journey to better health.
Pediatric Physical Therapy is Different than PT for Adults
Pediatric Physical Therapy (PT) addresses developmental issues in children to help them build a foundation for their entire lives. Functions like gross motor skills (walking, running, standing, jumping, etc.), fine motor skills (drawing, writing, eating, clapping, etc.), sensory integration (body awareness, self-regulation, etc.), balance, and cognitive function are key as children grow up. A personalized approach helps children develop physically, academically, socially, and emotionally.
It all begins with a thorough assessment by a certified therapist. Our compassionate, skilled therapists work with you and your family to help your child reach their full potential through pediatric physical therapy. Meet our certified therapists.
Evaluations will consist of play based interaction and assessment, parent interviews and assessment tools when appropriate. This global approach will determine your child’s current gross motor abilities and any limitations they are currently facing.
Pediatric physical therapy treatment sessions will be highly interactive and individualized to the child’s needs. Parents, caregivers and family members will be provided with home exercise programs or activities to engage the child, encourage carry over and foster the development of skills. This family focused approach aims to stimulate bonding and growth in both the individual and the family unit. We treat common orthopedic conditions, developmental delays, neuromuscular disorders, and movement disorders.
Some of The Common Orthopedic Conditions We Treat with Pediatric Physical Therapy in Mechanicsburg.
We treat many orthopedic conditions to improve your child’s strength, motor control, endurance, balance, and posture.
- In or Out Toeing
- Back Strain
- Hip Dysplasia
- Torticollis
- Tendonitis
- Sports Related Injuries
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Generalized impairment in strength, motor planning, motor control, endurance, balance, posture, etc.
Some of The Common Neuromuscular Disorders We Treat with Pediatric Therapy Exercises in Mechanicsburg.
Our experienced therapists treat neuromuscular disorders with evidence-based pediatric physical therapy exercises and techniques to enhance your child’s mobility and overall function.
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Spina Bifida
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Paralysis
- Tumors or Cysts on the spinal cord or brain
Some of The Common Developmental Conditions We Treat with Pediatric Therapy in Mechanicsburg.
If your child has a developmental delay, FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in Mechanicsburg, PA, offers specialized therapy to promote developmental milestones and improve quality of life.
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Cerebral Palsy
- Vision Impairments, such as cortical vision impairment
- Down Syndrome
- Williams Syndrome
- Other Chromosomal Abnormalities
Some of The Common Movement Disorders We Treat with Pediatric Therapy in Mechanicsburg.
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in Mechanicsburg, PA, provides therapy for movement disorders to help your child achieve better control over movements and improve daily functioning.
- Ataxia and/or Dystonia
- Hypo or Hypertonia
FAQs about Pediatric Therapy
What Is Pediatric Occupational Therapy?
Pediatric therapists treat children to help them overcome sensory issues, meet developmental milestones, improve self-regulation and self-care, and develop greater abilities to learn through play. Pediatric therapy exercises help children with motor skills, cognitive skills, social skills, emotional skills, educational skills, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
What Does Pediatric Occupational Therapy Do?
Pediatric therapy helps children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and various developmental delays. Pediatric therapy also helps recovery after an accident, brain injury or stroke. Pediatric therapists work with children from birth until they are 16 years old.
How Long Is a Physical Therapy Session in Mechanicsburg?
Most physical therapy sessions are between 30 and 60 minutes, starting out at 2 or 3 times a week. After a comprehensive assessment of your child’s condition, your physical therapist will develop a care plan that outlines the length and frequency of sessions as the best course of treatment. With children, it often depends on the child’s engagement level and age, as well as their condition.