Physiotherapy (PT) helps with the development, rehabilitation, and improvement of movement skills and performance. Physiotherapists may work on gross motor skills such as sitting, standing, and walking, as well as improvement in flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Over the last few months, Children Support Solutions has welcomed the LiteGait partial weight bearing therapy support system to our clinic in Toronto. Along with a slow-paced treadmill, the LiteGait serves as a harness system which supports the child and decreases the amount of weight they have to support while practicing walking. This allows the…
Spring is in the air, and that means we can finally get outside and get our bodies moving! Most parents take this opportunity to begin teaching their children how to ride a bike, which sometimes can be as frustrating as it is exciting. It’s important to remember that riding a bicycle is a challenging gross…
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the most common cause of acquired disability in a child’s developmental age, and the effect of a TBI is different at all ages. An interdisciplinary approach can give a child their best chance of recovery by targeting their specific needs. Here’s how the various disciplines work as a unit to…
My name is Jennifer Halfin I am a mom of two young boys ages 3 and a half and 20 months. I’m also a pediatric physiotherapist with a love for all things development. On both a personal and professional level, I often get questions from parents about motor milestones – when their babies should be…
Let me introduce myself As a start, let me introduce myself. My name is Jennifer Halfin, and I am a mom of two young boys ages three and a half and 20 months. I’m also a pediatric physiotherapist with a love for all things development. Put those two things together, and you get – Milestones and…
Torticollis and plagiocephaly are two very common conditions seen by physiotherapy. As these conditions are quite treatable and often preventable, early intervention is key to supporting good outcomes. What is torticollis? Torticollis is an imbalance in muscle strength and range of motion, causing one side of the neck to be tight. This leads to a…
Through these winter months it is very tempting to stay indoors curled up on the couch with some hot cocoa. Despite the below zero temperatures, it is still important for kids to spend time outside in the fresh crisp winter air. There are many outdoor activities that are unique to this wonderful season, so get…
Working with an interprofessional team As a parent, you do everything you can to encourage and provide the foundation your child needs to reach their potential. But what happens if your child is struggling with a developmental or genetic disorder, or mental health concern? What are the common issues to accessing services? How can an…
Help your child learn to ride a bike Riding a bicycle can be an important rite of passage for a child. Learning to ride a bike can be a scary and overwhelming adventure for both parents and children alike! When thinking about helping your child to learn to ride a bike, consider what may make…
A guide to the benefits of interprofessional care for families & children Our latest guide on the benefits of an interprofessional approach to care for children and teens is now available. Download your copy today! An interprofessional approach looks like this: 1+1=3. This means that for a child who needs behaviour, speech and occupational…
Introducing Brenda Agnew, Director of Three To Be Parenting is not easy. We are here to help and to introduce your family to other great parenting resources in our communities. We’re excited to introduce you to Brenda Agnew, the Director of THREE TO BE. Tell us a little bit about where you grew up and…
