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Pediatrics

Although some may have a perception of physical therapy as being designed specifically for adults, we offer care for all age ranges, starting as early as 6 months. Our physical therapists personalize therapy sessions for every patient and excel in making younger clients feel safe, comfortable, and encouraged.

Joint Laxity

Condition: Pediatric joint laxity is common without any other diagnosis or condition. It is simply a property of some genetic makeups. Most of the time, these little developing bodies adapt to the stress they subject themselves to and even if laxity is seen, it is often remedied by the body…

Flat Feet

Condition: Flat feet are a unique condition of joint misposition through either genetic predisposition or joint laxity. Specifically, the ligaments and bones in the ankle and foot shift so that the weight of the body is no longer held evenly over the heel and forefoot through ligament tension and bone…

Muscle Imbalances

Condition: Children are an enigmatic bunch presenting with deficiencies and problems just to apparently outgrow them weeks or months later. However with both sedentary children and athletic children, muscle imbalance can occur which can contribute to growth changes, ligament stress, pain and weakness. Treatment: Treatment includes stretching tight muscles, joint…

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects 1-2% of the population. While its effects can be severe, recent advances in the past 20 years in both medication and physical treatment have made life with this condition much richer. IN most cases, inflammation can be well controlled with a balance…

Obesity

Condition: Obesity among the pediatric population is an epidemic. Obesity causes many health problems, some with more latent presentation than others. However one of the most common problems seen is orthopedic issues with the feet knees, and spine much earlier in life than seen before. This is in part to…