Pediatric Therapy Articles

You probably have a picture in your head of what you think autism looks like. If you haven’t had much experience or interaction with actual autistic people, it might include stereotypes like they are savants, or excellent at math. Perhaps you think they all need assistance to perform basic tasks, or have trouble keeping a…

If your child has issues which seem to be connected to their mouth, teeth, or tongue there could be a number of reasons for it. Issues such as cleft lip/cleft palate, autism spectrum disorder, apraxia of speech, tongue tie, and tongue thrust can all benefit from speech therapy. If you’re looking for a Washington DC pediatric…

As a parent, it’s exciting time when your child starts to learn to talk. You’re probably keeping a close eye on them to see if they’re meeting speech milestones appropriate to their age. And there is definitely excitement when they say their first word. You listen carefully to catch those all important “first words”, and…

Have you noticed that your child may seem to be unusually selective with or even have an aversion to certain everyday activities? Do they have a tendency to complain about their clothes, shoes or other accessories they wear being uncomfortable, tight or itchy? Does your child have an aversion to brushing their hair or teeth?…

Many pediatric rehabilitation therapy clinics employ a team of different types of therapists. These teams often include pediatric occupational therapists, pediatric physical therapists, and speech therapists for children. They would each approach you differently and create a different type of treatment plan based on the practices of their discipline. They are also each suited to…

Does your child have cerebral palsy? Are they having problems with their joints, muscles, and movement? Your child might benefit from DC pediatric physical therapy. Whether you’ve been looking for help for some time or if you have a child with a new diagnosis, we can help. Keep reading to find out how. What Is…

Childhood apraxia of speech is a disorder where your child’s brain struggles to coordinate speech movements. It’s not a muscle weakness, which is a common misunderstanding. Your child’s brain has to learn how to make the plan that directs their lips, jaw, and tongue during speech that results in accurate sounds and words. Speech therapy…

Every child has different needs and will develop skills at a different rate. Some children may, from an early age, have different needs and strengths than their peers in terms of communication and interaction with the world. If your child is having difficulty in these areas that may mean that they have autism spectrum disorder.…

Learning that your child has a health issue is a concerning time for any new parent. Regardless of the diagnosis you receive, it can be scary to accept. However, there are treatments available that can help with nearly every issue you may face. One common childhood issue is called tongue tie. And no, it’s not…