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The role of the physiotherapist for pediatric clientele

For newborns, certain conditions are best dealt with rapidly in order to obtain the best results for child development. An early start to treatment allows for optimization of results to be obtained from the specific interventions related to the child’s problem.

Motor development

Torticollis and plagiocephaly

Walking (gait disturbance)

The role of the occupational therapist for pediatric clientele

PhysioOutaouais offers this service for newborn to 5 year old pediatric clientele who present with one or more of the problems mentioned below whether they were born full-term or prematurely.

The objective of occupational therapy is to promote the autonomy and development of the child so that they may accomplish their own daily activities in an optimal manner.

Feeding

Fine motor skills

Sensory processing

Sleep and toileting