Child development is an extremely dynamic and complex process. Each toddler grows and develops at his own pace, but there are certain stages and skills that should appear in a child at a certain age.
- What exactly is children's rehabilitation?
- When is it a good idea to see a specialist?
- Why is it not worth the wait?
- What does a child's rehabilitation look like in practice?
- How to get started?
When a toddler's behaviors begin to be worrisome (late sitting up, difficulty speaking, lack of focus during an activity) questions arise in the parent's mind: „Is it time to get help from a specialist?”, „Will it pass on its own?”, „Is it worth investing in therapy?”.
In this article, we will dispel doubts and show why pediatric rehabilitation Is extremely important during a toddler's development.
What exactly is children's rehabilitation?
When many parents hear the word „rehabilitation,” they mainly think of exercise after injury or trauma. Meanwhile, rehabilitation for children includes comprehensive therapeutic measures, which are designed to promote the child's normal psychomotor development.
Depending on your needs, it could be:
- physiotherapy (np. w przypadku wad postawy, skoliozy, zaburzeń koordynacji lub napięcia miesniowego),
- Sensory integration therapy (for children with hypersensitivity, concentration difficulties),
- Speech therapy (for delayed speech development or speech defects),
- Psychomotor therapy (when there are problems with movement and perception),
- Hand therapy, corrective-compensation classes and more.
Rehabilitation of children it also parent education – uczymy, jak wspierać dziecko w codziennym funkcjonowaniu, jakie ćwiczenia wykonywać w domu i jak radzić sobie z trudnościami.o osób w młodym wieku, ale także nawet dzieci. Niestety dokładne przyczyny występowania napięciowego bólu głowy wciąż nie są znane, a co gorsza zdarza się, że są one bagatelizowane.
When is it a good idea to see a specialist?
Whenever there are doubts. Early implemented therapy has the best chance of success. Here are some common signals that may indicate the need for consultation:
- Child is late sitting, crawling or walking
- Often falls over, has difficulty maintaining balance
- Doesn't like touch, can't tolerate certain textures (e.g., clothes, food)
- Reacts too intensely to sounds, light, smells
- Has problems concentrating, is hyperactive or the opposite - very withdrawn
- Speaks less than peers, difficult to understand
- There are difficulties in interacting with other children
- Has problems with drawing, writing, eating with cutlery (fine motor skills)
No need to wait for a referral. At Profizjoclinic, any parent can apply for a physiotherapy consultation of the child On their own - no queue, no stress.
Why is it not worth the wait?
The child has the greatest developmental potential until about 6-7 years of age. During this time, the brain is most malleable, and new neural connections form most intensively. Early therapeutic intervention can prevent the worsening of problems that could affect a child's learning, social relationships or self-esteem in the future.
Failure to take action „because maybe it will pass on its own” is a risk that difficulties will perpetuate and even worsen. For many children, rehabilitation is the key to:
- greater self-confidence.
- freer movement,
- better understanding and speaking,
- effective learning,
- better functioning in the group,
What does a child's rehabilitation look like in practice?
W Profizjoclinic każda terapia rozpoczyna się od comprehensive functional diagnosis. Specialists observe the baby or newborn, talk to the parents, and perform age- and needs-appropriate tests. Then a individual therapy plan, which can combine different methods and approaches.
Classes are held in a friendly atmosphere, in the form of a game - so children are eager to participate in therapy and make faster progress - without crying and without pain.
What do parents say?
Parents of children attending rehabilitation say:
- most important - the child is making real progress that translates into everyday life.
- After just a few weeks, you can see the difference in the child's behavior and skills,
- Children are eager to attend classes because they feel safe and understood,
- The atmosphere is warm and the therapists are open and committed,
How to get started?
It's simple. All it takes is 3 steps:
- Make an appointment for a consultation on Physiotherapy of newborns and children up to 12 this month of age or above this year.
- During the meeting, a diagnosis will be made and a therapy plan will be proposed.
- Start systematic work with a specialist - together, step by step.
Remember - you don't need to know the answers to all the questions. It is enough to say: „Something is bothering me” - the rest will be taken care of by specialists.
Rehabilitation of children is not just therapy. It's a chance for a fuller, healthier and more informed childhood. With professional support, the child has a chance to realize his or her full potential, and the parent can feel more confident and secure.
Don't wait for problems to get worse - the sooner you start, the sooner you'll see results.
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