When Should You Seek Paediatric Physiotherapy?

Trust your instincts.

If you notice persistent asymmetry, delayed milestones, frequent falls, unusual posture, coordination difficulties or ongoing pain, an assessment can provide reassurance and direction.

Sometimes the outcome is simple advice. Sometimes it is a structured treatment plan. Either way, clarity reduces anxiety.

 

A specialist, integrated approach

I am a paediatric physiotherapist with advanced training in neurodevelopmental and manual therapy approaches.

I hold both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Physiotherapy and have dedicated my entire professional career to working with children.

My specialist training includes:

NDT Bobath Therapy including infant therapy
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Sensory Integration Therapy
Early intervention from birth
Postural control and motor development
Gait analysis
Functional therapy for scoliosis
Hydrotherapy
Paediatric manual therapy
Myofascial release and soft tissue mobilisation
Three dimensional foot therapy
Upper limb and hand therapy

This breadth of training allows me to integrate multiple evidence based techniques into one cohesive treatment plan.

Children are not textbook cases. They are complex, growing individuals. Therapy should reflect that.

I specialise in assessing and treating movement difficulties in infants and children.

Unlike adult physiotherapy, children are constantly growing and developing. Their nervous system is still maturing. Their muscles and bones are adapting. This means treatment must be dynamic, developmentally appropriate and carefully tailored.

Children may benefit from physiotherapy if they present with:

  • Delayed motor milestones
    • Low or high muscle tone
    • Asymmetries or head preference in babies
    • Poor balance or coordination
    • Toe walking
    • Postural difficulties
    • Hypermobility
    • Sports injuries
    • Neurological conditions
    • Scoliosis or spinal concerns

Early assessment provides clarity. Early support builds confidence.

Every child develops at their own pace. Some sprint through milestones. Others need a little extra support along the way.

Paediatric physiotherapy is designed to help babies, children and teenagers develop strong, efficient movement patterns so they can participate fully in daily life. Whether that is sitting comfortably at school, running in the playground, or simply feeling more confident in their body, physiotherapy plays an important role in healthy development.