Pediatrics Conditions
Paediatric physiotherapy focuses on assessing, diagnosing, and treating movement, posture, and functional limitations in infants, children, and adolescents. It aims to optimize physical development, independence, and quality of life, treat pathological conditions affecting mobility, considering the unique needs of growing children.
Aims of Paediatric Physiotherapy
- To promote normal growth and motor development.
- Improve muscle strength, flexibility, and coordination.
- Enhance posture, balance, and gait.
- Facilitate independence in daily activities.
- Prevent or minimize deformities and secondary complications.
- Educate parents and caregivers for home-based management.
Conditions Treated:
- Neurological Disorders
- Cerebral Palsy (CP)
- Spina Bifida
- Muscular Dystrophies
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Brachial Plexus Injury / Erb’s Palsy - Orthopaedic and Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Congenital Talipes Equinovarus (Clubfoot)
- Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
- Scoliosis and Kyphosis
- Post-fracture rehabilitation - Respiratory Conditions
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
- Asthma management
- Post-surgical respiratory care - Developmental Delays
- Delayed Motor Milestones
- Hypotonia/Hypertonia - Other Conditions
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
- Post-burn rehabilitation
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
