Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
A structured, step-by-step programme for back and neck pain, disc problems, joint conditions and recovery after surgery.
Paediatric Rehabilitation
Supporting children’s motor development through play, age-appropriate exercise and family guidance.
What is paediatric rehabilitation?
Every child develops at their own pace. Paediatric rehabilitation aims to support a child’s motor skills in a way that suits their age and stage of development, and to help them take part more actively in play and everyday life.
Wherever possible, I plan sessions around play. When a movement is fun, repeating it becomes a natural part of the game.
The family is at the heart of the process. We talk about how to carry what we practise into your everyday routines at home, and I take care to work in step with the doctor who follows your child.
Common conditions
- Cerebral palsy
- Delayed motor development (head control, sitting, crawling or walking)
- Congenital muscular torticollis
- Brachial plexus injuries related to birth
- Hypotonia (low muscle tone)
- Supporting motor development in genetic conditions such as Down syndrome
- Toe walking and other differences in walking
- Orthopaedic problems in children and recovery after surgery
This list is for general information. The right approach for you is decided after an assessment.
When to see a doctor
If you are worried about your child’s development, the first step is to talk to your paediatrician. If your child loses skills they already had, suddenly becomes weak or has a seizure, seek medical help without delay.
How we work together
I plan each step with you, at a pace that suits you.
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Getting to know each other
I listen to your child’s developmental history and, through play, observe how they move, their posture, muscle tone and age-appropriate motor skills.
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Goals
Together we identify the family’s priorities and your child’s everyday needs, and turn them into small, achievable goals.
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Play-based sessions
Sessions are built around games your child enjoys, chosen to support balance, strength, coordination and movement control.
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Family guidance and home programme
I share simple exercises you can weave into daily routines, along with tips on carrying and positioning.
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Follow-up
I reassess development regularly and update the programme as your child progresses. Where needed, I will suggest you speak with your paediatrician or another specialist.
The first step: an assessment
If you have questions about paediatric rehabilitation or would like to start, leave a request and I will call you so that we can find a suitable time together.
Frequently asked questions
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How do I know whether my child needs physiotherapy?
If you notice a clear delay compared with children of the same age, a tendency to always use one side, the head always turned to the same side, or something unusual about walking, talk to your paediatrician first. After the medical assessment, a physiotherapy assessment helps us understand what your child needs.
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What are the sessions like?
Sessions are play-based and adapted to your child’s age and interests. The aim is for your child to explore and repeat movement in a setting where they feel safe.