Motor Skills

Physiotherapy for Infants, Children & Adolescents

Physiotherapy for Infants, Children and Adolescents What is Physiotherapy? Physiotherapy from infancy to adulthood (0-18 years of age) optimises a child’s physical development and functional performance. Physiotherapy is relevant throughout the various stages of development. Physiotherapy for infants, children and adolescents is a complex area of therapy based on medical and scientific evidence. Education is

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Fine motor skills – why they matter and how to help

Fine Motor Skills – Why they Matter and How to help Fine motor skills in simple terms is being able to use the muscles in our hands and fingers. These motor skills are extremely important for school readiness and for everyday skills. Children need fine motor skills for: drawing writing cutting getting dressed (buttons, zips

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When to get help if worried about your child

When to get help if you are worried about your child We often hear, \”I\’m worried about…(insert your child worries here!)…when should I get professional advice?\” The answer obviously depends on your child\’s age and what you are worried about but overall the evidence says you should ask for help straight away.  Early intervention (doing

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