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Proof that Parents Need Support
Just this month, an article came out about parent experiences in transitions for their child with Cerebral Palsy. I read through the article full of parent experiences when transitioning their child to developmental/rehab services. This article is specific to parents...
How Does Riding a Bike Help Developmental Skills?
Recently in the clinic, I asked a parent if her daughter had ever tried riding an adaptive bicycle. She wasn’t sure but thought she might have at school. Then she asked,“What kinds of benefits does that actually have for her?” So, I thought I’d share the answer for...
Should Your Child Crawl Before They Walk?
Developmental milestones—especially crawling before walking—have sparked a lot of debate among pediatricians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and others. Recently, while working on crawling with a client, the question came up: Does a child really need to...
Belly Breather Vs. Chest Breather and Why It Matters
Recently, we talked about the “soda can model” of breathing and how it impacts posture. (If you missed it and want more details, click here.) The key idea is that all the pressures in your body need to be balanced for you to function well throughout the day. However,...
A Can Of Soda – How It Relates To Posture and Breathing
Is Your Child Struggling with Poor Posture, Swallowing, or Bowel/Bladder Issues? Believe it or not, these challenges can all be connected through one key concept: breathing. You might be wondering, “What does a soda can have to do with breathing or posture?!”...
What Is The Difference Between Muscle Tone And Strength?
As a physical therapist, I often get asked, “What’s the difference between muscle tone and strength?” To help parents better understand their child’s needs, I’ve put together this simple guide. What Is Muscle Tone? Muscle tone is the natural tension in a muscle when...
Sibshops Are Coming to Breakthrough PT!
After last minute notice and planning, I attended a two-day conference recently to be trained in facilitating Sibshops. Have you ever heard of them? Before a month or so ago, I hadn’t either…but once understanding what they are and the value they hold, they are quite...
5 Negative Effects of Poor Posture That You Probably Haven’t Thought Of
I’ve discussed with a few parents in the clinic lately the effects of posture on their child’s function. Their response was “wow, I didn’t even think of that”….so I figured, I needed to share it with everyone so you can also be aware! Aside from the typically thought...
Should Your Child Get Botox Injections?
I get asked about this a lot, and while there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, I want to help you think through what might be best for your child. If your child has spasticity and tight muscles, you’ve probably heard about Botox injections. For those who aren’t...
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