Physiotherapy
A Physical Therapist (PT) is a health professional who promotes gross motor development and functional independence.
This includes:
Strength
Balance
Co-ordination
Posture
Movement skills (catching and throwing a ball, kicking a ball, riding a bike)
Environmental adaptation to enhance independence and safety
Motor development is encouraged through everyday activities, play, positioning, handling, and the use of equipment when necessary.PTs at the CVCDA work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents or caregivers, as well as other team members, using a family-centered approach.
When Do You Need A Physical Therapist?
Children are often referred to Physical Therapy when they have:
Difficulty with head control, sitting independently, crawling, or walking
Poor balance when walking or running
Post-surgery needs
A birth injury such as torticollis or erb's palsy
A medical condition or diagnosis that will influence their gross motor development
This includes:
Strength
Balance
Co-ordination
Posture
Movement skills (catching and throwing a ball, kicking a ball, riding a bike)
Environmental adaptation to enhance independence and safety
Motor development is encouraged through everyday activities, play, positioning, handling, and the use of equipment when necessary.PTs at the CVCDA work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents or caregivers, as well as other team members, using a family-centered approach.
When Do You Need A Physical Therapist?
Children are often referred to Physical Therapy when they have:
Difficulty with head control, sitting independently, crawling, or walking
Poor balance when walking or running
Post-surgery needs
A birth injury such as torticollis or erb's palsy
A medical condition or diagnosis that will influence their gross motor development
Main Page: https://www.cvcda.ca/contact/
Contact Page: https://www.cvcda.ca/project/physical-therapy/
Details
Disabilities
Acquired Brain Injury, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Behaviour Disorders and Conditions (ie. ADHD), Blind / Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Deaf / Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind, Down Syndrome , Dual Diagnosis, Epilepsy / Seizure Disorder, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome / Spectrum Disorders , Intellectual / Developmental Disability, Learning Disorder / Disability, Mental Health , Neuromuscular Disorders, Other / I don't know, Paraplegia / Quadriplegia, Physical Disability / Mobility Impairment, Schizophrenia , Speech Impairment / Social / Communication Disorders, Spina Bifida, Substance Use/Addiction
Age
0-5
Eligibility
f you have concerns or questions about your child's physical development, you can refer your child directly. Public Health Nurses, Family Physicians, Pediatricians, Daycare Providers and other service providers at the Child Development Association can also refer for you.
1. You will be seen by our Family Advocate to gather relevant information and gather consent for services
2. You will be contacted to arrange an initial consultation
3. During the initial consultation, while you child plays, you will have an opportunity to talk about your priorities, will be provided with information on your child’s development and receive suggestions on how you can help your child.
4. Plans for further services will then be determined. This may include more formal assessments, direct intervention, consultation or monitoring.
1. You will be seen by our Family Advocate to gather relevant information and gather consent for services
2. You will be contacted to arrange an initial consultation
3. During the initial consultation, while you child plays, you will have an opportunity to talk about your priorities, will be provided with information on your child’s development and receive suggestions on how you can help your child.
4. Plans for further services will then be determined. This may include more formal assessments, direct intervention, consultation or monitoring.
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