EXPERT PAEDIATRIC PHYSIO IN BRISBANE
TRUSTED PAEDIATRIC PHYSIO SERVICES
Paediatric physiotherapy is a sub-speciality of physiotherapy which focuses on helping children and young adults with developmental delays and movement disorders.
At Refine Physiotherapy, we provide compassionate, evidence-based paediatric physio services designed to support your child’s development, confidence, and wellbeing. Led by one of Australia’s leading paediatric physiotherapy specialists, our team is dedicated to helping children of all ages overcome movement challenges, reach important milestones and participate fully in everyday life. With personalised care, collaborative treatment planning and a focus on early intervention, we’re here to guide your child toward their best possible outcomes with our kids physiotherapy services.
If you’re concerned about your child’s development, connect with a leading kids physiotherapist at our physio Brisbane
locations and experience personalised paediatric physio and physiotherapy services designed to support long-term growth. Book an appointment today or give us a call on (07)3216 1330.
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT DOES A CHILD PHYSIOTHERAPIST DO?
A child physiotherapist is an expert in assessing, identifying and treating various conditions related to the development and movement of a growing child.
We collaborate with the child, the family, other allied health professionals and sometimes even teachers to formulate a suitable and personalised paediatric physiotherapy treatment plan that optimises the health and development of your child.
An appropriate paediatric physio treatment will enable your child to participate in and enjoy the many essential activities of a child’s daily life such as playing, learning, going to school, and being part of the family and community.
WHAT COMMON CONCERNS CAN BENEFIT FROM PAEDIATRIC PHYSIO?
There are various conditions which these common issues can be caused by. There are many movement disorders that can affect the development of the growing child and their severity can also vary greatly. Some of the most common ones include:
- Babies and children who are experiencing delay or unusual patterns in achieving motor milestones such as sitting, crawling, or walking, issues often identified and managed by a kids physiotherapist.
- Children experiencing motor difficulties in more advanced skills such as jumping and hopping or coordination.
- Children with disabilities such as Down Syndrome, Brain Injuries, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Muscular Dystrophies or other congenital conditions, who can benefit from targeted interventions with a kids physiotherapist.
- Babies and children with musculoskeletal conditions (affecting their bones, joints and muscles). Some include Plagiocephaly (flattened head shape), Club Foot, Flat Feet, Excessive hypermobility (flexibility), Dislocating joints (Most common are Kneecap and Shoulder), Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome, Sever’s disease. These issues are often treated effectively by a child physiotherapist.
- Children with rheumatological diseases such as Arthritis, Myositis or chronic joint pain.
- Children recovering from injury or musculoskeletal trauma who may require ongoing support from a child physiotherapist.
Other common conditions that we see include:
- Developmental delay
- Spina Bifida
- Hypotonia
- Genetic Disorders
- Developmental Co-ordination Disorder
- Motor Delays related to sensory disorders
- De-conditioning from prolonged illness or hospitalization
- Torticollis
- General orthopaedic conditions
- Plagiocephaly (flattened head shape)
Do you know whether your child is experiencing any delay in achieving their motor milestones? A kids physiotherapist can help you determine whether their development is on track. Keep reading to see what your child should be able to do by what age!
These are the average ages that your child should be accomplishing the key motor tasks in early development.
- Rolling – 4-6 months
- Reaching – 4-6 months
- Sitting – 6-8 months
- Crawling – 8-10 months
- Supported standing – 8-10 months
- Walking – 12-14 months
COMMON UNUSUAL MOVEMENT PATTERNS THAT CAN OCCUR DURING A CHILD’S EARLY DEVELOPMENTAL PERIOD
BOTTOM SHUFFLING
This occurs when a baby is either unable or uncomfortable with crawling and rather uses their hands and feet to shuffle their bottom to get around. This usually occurs around 9 months and may be identified and addressed through specialised child physiotherapy.
W-SITTING
W-sitting is the position in which children sit with knees bent, feet tucked under, bottom resting on the floor between their legs, and legs out to either side.
If your child shows unusual movement patterns such as bottom shuffling or W-sitting, early intervention through child physiotherapy can help support proper development, improve motor skills, and prevent long-term difficulties. A qualified physiotherapist can assess your child’s movement and provide tailored exercises to encourage safe and efficient movement patterns.
WHAT DOES THE PAEDIATRIC PHYSIO TREATMENT CONSIST OF?
A paediatric physio treatment will vary on a case-by-case basis; however, the most common modalities of treatment will include education on your child’s presentation and how they can improve, providing tailored exercises and specific activities that will be aimed at improving a certain specific skill, direct, hands-on child physiotherapy, and if required, prescription of equipment and aids that will support your child’s development if required.
Sometimes, referral to other allied health professionals may be required if appropriate.
Research shows that early intervention can improve outcomes for children experiencing developmental and movement difficulties. If you are concerned about your baby or child’s development or if you require more information, please do not hesitate to contact an expert kids physiotherapist. A doctor’s referral is not necessary to come see us.
Take the first step toward supporting your child’s growth and mobility. Schedule an appointment with a skilled child physiotherapist at our physio Brisbane clinic or call (07) 3188 1466 and benefit from specialised kids physiotherapy and physiotherapy services tailored to your child’s unique needs.
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Refine Physiotherapy & Pilates Clinic
22 Campbell St, Bowen Hills QLD 4006
Free parking on site.
