Why might your child need physiotherapy?
Optimal physical development is vital for your child's physical and mental growth, general health and well-being. Babies and children love moving! Children learn about themselves and their environment through movement. The ability not only to move, but to move as well as possible, is a fundamental need for all children.
There are numerous childhood conditions which can affect a child's physical abilities. These conditions can be congenital (the child is born with them) or acquired, they can be severe or minor and they can be long or short term in nature. Whatever the condition it may reduce a child's ability to move freely and well. Poor movement may lead to poor physical development, impaired learning and a lack of self-confidence.
Through physiotherapy not only the child but also the parent can learn about movement.
You may wish to refer your child yourself, or the suggestion may come from your GP or
the hospital specialist.
It is never too early to seek help, advice and, if necessary, physiotherapy treatment.
A "physio check" for your baby or child may simply help to put your mind at rest!
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