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Gross Motor Skills

The Connection Between Core Strength and Gross Motor Skills in Children

Core strength plays a foundational role in a child’s overall physical development. The core muscles—the abdominal, back, and pelvic muscles—serve as the body’s central support system. When these muscles are strong and well-coordinated, they enhance the ability to perform everyday movements, maintain balance, and develop gross motor skills. In this blog, we’ll cover the relationship […]

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Your Child or Loved One with a Neuromotor Disorder

How to Choose the Right Therapy Provider for Your Child or Loved One with a Neuromotor Disorder

If your child or loved one has a neuromotor disorder, working with the right provider can make a significant difference in achieving therapy goals, enhancing quality of life, and fostering independence. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. This guide will walk you through the key considerations and

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Functional Electrical Stimulation

Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) For Patients with Neuromotor Disorders

Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) is a powerful and innovative tool in physical therapy, particularly for patients with neuromotor disorders. FES uses low-level electrical currents to stimulate nerves and muscles, helping patients improve strength, mobility, and functional movement. This evidence-based treatment is transforming rehabilitation outcomes for individuals with conditions like cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, stroke,

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How Physical Therapy Helps Children with Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neurological condition that affects movement, muscle tone, and coordination, often leading to challenges with walking (gait) and an increased risk of orthopedic complications. While the condition presents unique challenges, physical therapy can help improve mobility, promote independence, and reduce the risk of future deformities.  In this blog, we’ll explore how

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Physical Therapy

How Physical Therapy Helps Prevent Falls

Physical therapy focuses on strengthening the body, improving balance, and addressing individual challenges that may contribute to falls. A physical therapist can create a personalized fall prevention plan that includes the following: 1. Improving Strength and Mobility Weak muscles, particularly in the legs, commonly contribute to falls. Physical therapists guide patients through exercises that build

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How Physical and Craniosacral Therapy Help Infants with Torticollis

Torticollis, often referred to as “wry neck,” is a condition characterized by a baby’s head tilting to one side while the chin tilts to the opposite side. This occurs when the sternocleidomastoid muscle in the neck becomes tight, shortened, or weakened, causing limited movement and discomfort.  While the diagnosis of torticollis can be concerning for

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Dyslexia Awareness: Understanding Its Impact on Speech and Language Development

What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a neurological condition that affects how the brain processes language. The United States Department of Health and Human Services estimates that 15% of the U.S. population has dyslexia, making it one of the most common learning differences.  Many experience challenges in reading fluency and accuracy that stem from underlying issues

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The Role of Intensive Physical Therapy in Achieving Therapy Goals

Physical therapy helps individuals improve strength, mobility, and function, especially those with developmental delays, neurological conditions, or physical disabilities. While traditional therapy can produce significant progress over time, intensive physical therapy (IPT) accelerates the achievement of therapy goals through frequent, focused sessions.  This blog explores what makes intensive physical therapy different, why it’s so effective,

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Speech Therapy

Speech Therapy: How to Recognize the Signs Your Child May Need Help

As parents, we eagerly await our child’s first words, watching closely as they begin to express themselves through sounds, gestures, and eventually language. However, not all children develop speech and language skills at the same pace, and it’s natural to wonder if your child may need some extra help along the way.  Speech therapy can

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