Category: Physical Therapy

Helping Kids with Low Muscle Tone Move, Play, and Thrive

In infants, babies and children, an active life and achievement of their developmental milestones require a certain amount of muscle tone or muscle tension. Without a normal level of muscle tone, children and babies struggle to control their bodies. This lack of muscle tone is called hypotonia. Physical therapy specifically

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How Physical Therapy Supports Gross Motor Development

From almost the very first day, newborn babies are moving their tiny bodies in ways that develop the large muscles in the back, neck and chest. When they hold up their head or learn to roll over, they are building strength and coordination. With every improvement—sitting up, crawling or cruising

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Understanding Toe Walking and How Therapy Can Help

What is toe walking? It’s when a young child habitually walks on their tip-toes. Their heels rarely or never touch the ground. This can be a cute practice, reminding parents of ballerinas, and a period of toe walking is common as toddlers learn to walk. If it becomes a persistent

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How OT & PT Build Independence in Kids with Disabilities

As parents, one of our greatest joys is watching our children gain independence, whether it’s taking their first steps or learning to get dressed all by themselves. For children with disabilities, these milestones may come with extra challenges. But with the right support, they can be achievable. Pediatric occupational therapy

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How Physical Therapy Helps Kids with Toe Walking

Does your child always seem to be walking on their tip toes? While this might seem cute at first, toe walking beyond a certain age can indicate underlying physical causes that need attention. If your child is toe walking, physical therapy offers proven ways to help them develop a healthy,

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Benefits of Physical Therapy for Cerebral Palsy

Children with cerebral palsy will experience many challenges in life, but physical therapy can make a world of difference to their independence and overall wellbeing. Today, we’re going to explain what cerebral palsy is, what causes it, and how pediatric physical therapy from our team in Winder, GA, can help.

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How Pediatric Physical Therapy Addresses Torticollis

Have you noticed your baby’s head tilting or twisting to one side? This is a telltale sign of a condition called torticollis. Today, we’re going to cover what torticollis is, what causes this condition, and how pediatric physical therapy from our team in Winder, GA, can help. Plus, find out

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