External Supports in Pediatric Therapy

I’m often asked by participants in my workshops to discuss external supports that I use to augment and extend my handling skills when treating the children in my pediatric physical therapy practice. We all learn tricks of the trade so to speak as we develop and refine our clinical skills throughout our professional careers. Over the years I’ve learned to utilize many supports that work very effectively to enhance a child’s functional ability Read more

When To Use Infant Walkers

I am often asked my opinion, both by clinicians and parents, regarding the use of infant walkers.  Most likely the parents have been told by the infant’s pediatrician that they should not use an infant walker, and the parents are seeking a second opinion.  This is how I typically answer the question: BabyWalkerI do not recommend use of infant walkers for babies until they are able to Read more