PAEDIATRIC PHYSIO
Head to Toe delivers innovative therapy services to children with a variety of neurological and developmental needs. We see children for physio from babies who are 3 months of age to adolescents.
Using play and age-appropriate exercises as part of our treatment, we help children achieve their optimal physical health and development by challenging the neuromuscular system to adapt to meet the demands of life. We use evidence-based treatment to achieve the greatest outcomes and work on the goals outlined by children and their families.
Our Methods:
CUEVAS MEDEK EXERCISES
Head to Toe uses Cuevas Medek Exercise (CME). Harj has attended courses in Chile learning this valuable therapy from Ramon Cuevas (CME Master). CME works by exposing the child to anti-gravity motor postural challenges. These challenges facilitate the learning of balance reactions. Self-produced responses and actions equal greater formation of neural connections within the developing brain. CME integrates stretching, range of motion exercises, strengthening and weight bearing to increase flexibility, strength, agility, balance and coordination.
THERASUIT
A soft dynamic orthotic used to improve proprioception, reduce pathological reflexes, restore muscle synergies and load the entire body with weight.
SPIDER CAGE
A suspension system that works with the use of belts, elastic cords and therasuits so the patient can perform movements independently.
INTENSIVE THERAPY
Higher frequency sessions within one to three week blocks. Three weeks of intensive therapy has been shown to be equal to one year of traditional therapy.