Helping Children Move, Grow & Thrive
Every child develops at their own pace. When movement, strength, balance, coordination, or mobility becomes challenging, pediatric physical therapy and occupational therapy can help.
At Achieve at Home Physical & Occupational Therapy, our team provides individualized, one-on-one care designed to help children build the skills they need to move more confidently, participate in everyday activities, and reach their full potential. Our goal is to make therapy engaging, functional, and specific to your child’s individual needs.
How Pediatric Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Can Help
Pediatric physical therapy and occupational therapy focus on improving the movement patterns and physical abilities children need for everyday life. Depending on your child’s age and needs, therapy may address:
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Gross motor development and developmental milestones
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Delayed sitting, crawling, standing, or walking
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Strength and endurance
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Balance and coordination
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Walking and running mechanics
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Frequent falls or difficulty keeping up with peers
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Posture and body mechanics
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Flexibility and range of motion
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Sports-related injuries
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Orthopedic injuries and post-surgical rehabilitation
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Neuromuscular conditions
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Mobility limitations
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Return to recreational and sports activities
Developmental Milestones
Children develop at different rates, but difficulty reaching expected motor milestones may be a reason to speak with your pediatrician or consider a physical therapy and/or occupational therapy evaluation.
Our physical and occupational therapists can assess areas such as head and trunk control, rolling, sitting, crawling, standing, walking, balance, coordination, strength, and overall gross motor development.
When appropriate, we work with parents and caregivers to provide activities that can be incorporated into the child’s normal routine between therapy sessions.
Common Diagnoses & Conditions We Treat
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Developmental / Gross Motor Delays
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Torticollis
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Cerebral Palsy
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Down Syndrome
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Hypotonia (Low Muscle Tone)
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Toe Walking & Abnormal Gait
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Balance & Coordination Difficulties
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Orthopedic & Sports Injuries
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And more!
Pediatric Orthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation
Pediatric physical therapy and occupational therapy isn’t only for developmental delays.
We also work with children and adolescents recovering from orthopedic injuries, surgeries, and sports-related conditions. Treatment is individualized based on the child’s diagnosis, age, activity level, physician recommendations, and goals.
Therapy may focus on restoring strength, mobility, balance, coordination, movement mechanics, and confidence so your child can safely return to the activities they enjoy.
Is Pediatric Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy Right for Your Child?
Consider speaking with your child’s pediatrician or contacting us if you have concerns about your child’s movement or physical development, including difficulty with developmental milestones, walking, running, balance, coordination, strength, mobility, frequent falls, pain, or returning to activity following an injury or surgery.
Early identification of movement challenges can provide an opportunity to address them before they interfere further with a child’s everyday activities.
Get Started
Have questions about whether physical therapy or occupational may be appropriate for your child?
Contact Achieve at Home Physical & Occupational Therapy to speak with our team and learn more about our services.
New York: (516) 500-8998
Connecticut: (475) 454-4455
Florida: (561) 910-7788
Email: info@achieveathometherapy.com
Helping children move better, build confidence, and achieve more.
Pediatric physical therapy and occupational therapy services and availability may vary by location. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your child’s healthcare provider.
