Pediatric rehabilitation focuses on optimizing the physical, cognitive, and social well-being of children and adolescents with disabilities or injuries. Besides congenital conditions and focuses on maximizing a person’s functional abilities and improving their quality of life.

It focuses on improving a child’s functional abilities and participation in daily activities through physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as assistive devices and other interventions.

The therapy sessions are designed around specific, measurable goals that are tailored to the child’s age, developmental level, and the nature of their condition, and are monitored progression.

Pediatric rehabilitation encompasses a holistic, family-centered approach to help young individuals reach their full potential and participate in daily life.

A few conditions that may require Pediatric Rehabilitation:

• Neurodevelopmental Disorders:

Cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, and other conditions affecting motor skills, cognitive development, and social interaction. 

• Neurological Conditions:

Traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, spina bifida, stroke, and other conditions impacting the nervous system. 

• Musculoskeletal Conditions:

Muscle, bone, and joint problems, including scoliosis, fractures, and juvenile arthritis. 

• Injuries:

Trauma from accidents, sports injuries, burns, and other injuries requiring rehabilitation. 

• Other Conditions:

Torticollis, plagiocephaly, clubfoot, and other conditions affecting movement and development. 

• Functional Deficits:

Deficits in motor skills, speech and language, feeding, and exercise capacity.