Our Children’s Physiotherapy Services in Sydney

What is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapists are specialists in movement and how this can be used to participate in everyday life.  They take into account the structures and functions of the body which are responsible for the generation of movement, including the muscles, bones and nervous system.  Problems are identified and then addressed with exercise based treatments.  Other treatment options include equipment prescription, advice, positioning, splinting or casting.

Which children benefit from Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapists treat children and babies with a range of difficulties including:

• Flat heads, clicky hips, stiff necks or turned in feet
• Poor coordination (clumsy)
• Delayed motor skills (sitting, crawling or walking)
• Excessive flexibility
• Specific diagnoses, such as Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome or Muscle Disorders

What are the benefits of Physiotherapy?

The main aim of Physiotherapy is to develop movement skills to achieve an overall improvement in mobility.  The outcome of treatment varies depending on the individual child, however, benefits may include:

• Increased strength and endurance
• Improved coordination
• Development of mobility skills such as walking, running, hopping or jumping
• Management of muscle tightness, joint stiffness, contracture and deformity
• Greater ability to move around and explore the environment through walking or equipment
• Enhanced quality of life with greater self-esteem
• Participation in sport and active play activities
• Increased independence

Does your child need Physiotherapy?

Fill out one of our online screening checklists.

Once submitted, our Physiotherapists will quickly be able to interpret the answers and identify those children who will benefit from a more thorough assessment.  A member of our admin team will be in contact to advice you of our recommendations and book an appointment if required.

Physiotherapy at Child First Paediatric Therapy, Sydney

Physiotherapists at Child First Paediatric Therapy Sydney use fun activities to assist your child with their motor development.  Your child will enjoy their sessions with our therapists.  We can offer you appointments at home, school, preschool or in our consulting rooms located in Pymble on Sydney’s North Shore.

All Physiotherapists at Child First Paediatric Therapy actively participate in professional development, attending courses and conferences to keep up to date with the latest research and best practice.

Our Physiotherapy team is passionate about providing high quality services and use a variety of standardised and non-standardised assessments.  Following your child’s assessment, your Physiotherapist will discuss their findings with you, identify treatment goals and customise a treatment plan to meet your child’s and family’s needs.  Your child’s progress will be reviewed at each session and their program adjusted accordingly.

Treatment may include individual sessions with your child, consultations with you to develop a home program, consultations with preschool or school staff, or periodic reviews to monitor your child’s development.

Child First Paediatric Therapy's Physiotherapy team is proud to provide a high quality service throughout Sydney.