Intervention is based upon an assessment of the child’s needs and the formation of an individual treatment programme.
Children’s physiotherapists recognise the importance of working in partnership with the child, parents and carers to maximise a child’s physical abilities and independence.
Children’s physiotherapists should have a good understanding of …
child development
childhood diseases and conditions that may impact on development and well being
therapeutic interventions that enable and optimise development and well being
the need to place the child at the centre of planning
the impact that having a sick or disabled child has on family life
how to keep children safe
how to ensure that children and young people make choices
how to develop their own skills and practice
how to develop services in line with Government guidance committed to improving quality and life chances for children
Conditions Treated
Children’s physiotherapists treat babies, children and young people with a wide range of conditions. For more: +977-9864531764/5
