A developmental delay is defined as being more than “a little behind” in one or more areas of development. It means a child is continually behind in gaining new skills expected by a certain age. It is also important to remember that all children develop skills at different rates which is why there are age […]
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In our blog, we discuss traumatic brain injuries and the ways in which our physical therapy team at Crawl Walk Jump Run can help minimize some of the effects that one may experience as a result.
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Did you know the human body is over 60% water? That’s why drinking water is so important to do each day! The most recommended amount of water to be consumed daily is between half an ounce and a whole ounce of water for each pound you weigh. So, what are the ways that water helps
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The knee joint is a complex joint that is responsible for bearing all of the weight of the body while moving in different directions. One of the most common types of joint pain is knee pain and can be experienced by people of all ages and all levels of activity. Most knee pain is caused
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We all need muscle strength to help us perform our day to day activities. It is important to not only be active during our day but to add activities to help us build up our strength and endurance! We describe muscle strength as the amount of force our body puts out to move or lift
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Reflexes are important aspects of human growth and development. Over time, reflexes become part of our daily lives to the point that we don’t even think about them at all! One of the practices we offer at Crawl Walk Jump Run is reflex integration therapy which can help with the development of reflexes.
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Handwriting is an important aspect of daily life. Whether it is at school, at work, or at home each of us uses handwriting to express ourselves and our thoughts each and every day. Did you know handwriting development can begin as early as 1 year old?
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Play is an essential part of your child’s development. Giving children the opportunity to play allows them to develop a strong foundation in their communication skills, motor skills, cognitive skills, and social skills. Read more for tips on how to make the most of your child’s playtime!
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A new study done by The American Physical Therapy Association finds that exercise intervention is an effective way to reduce both the risk of falls and the number of falls among adults 65 and older.
Exercise interventions reduce the risk of falls by 30%, study shows! Read More »
My main question for you today is: what makes you MOVE? Did you know that the world’s major health organizations recommend that each of us engage in 300 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity per week? That’s approximately 45 minutes per day! The recommendation minimum is of 150 minutes per week for cardiovascular and muscular
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