What Do Children’s Physiotherapists Do?
Children’s physiotherapists specialise in assessing and treating children from birth to 19 years old who have respiratory, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological or other conditions.
The performance of movements, balance and coordination
Developmental milestones such as crawling, sitting unaided and walking
Musculoskeletal problems such as development dysplasia of the hip (DDH or clicky hips), hypermobility and Osgood-Schlatter’s Syndrome
Respiratory function and management of infections
Gait problems due to in-toeing, flat feet, toe walking or falls
The ability to carry out activities of daily living
