Grow Kids Collective
Paediatric Services
Paediatric support for children and families with unique needs in Northern NSW
0-12 Months
Babies
Our paediatric services (0-12 months) include prematurity gross motor screening, early intervention, and specialised techniques for issues like torticollis, hip dysplasia, and neurological concerns.
1-3 Years
Toddlers
Our paediatric services (1-3 years) address gross motor delays, developmental coordination delay, and manage issues like clumsiness, frequent falls, injuries, persistent infant movement patterns (toe walking, specific postures), and concerns related to W sitting.
3-5 Years
Preschool Kids
For preschoolers (3-5 years), we focus on balance, posture, and coordination. We offer advice on weight, physical activity, and specialised attention to poor core strength, often observed as a preference for lying down or flopping on the table.
5-12 Years
Primary School Kids
Services for primary school children (5-12 years) target joint, muscle, or nervous system problems causing weakness, pain, or movement difficulties. We manage chronic conditions and address challenges like difficulties with sitting, fidgeting and an inability to stay still.
12-18 Years
Teens
Our services for teens encompass addressing growth or sports injuries to bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments. We aid in recovery after surgery or illness, focusing on improving strength, movement, overall function, and independence.
Our Approach
Goal-Directed and Family-Centered
Every intervention is aimed at enhancing your child’s participation and quality of life across various domains, from home life to community, school, and sports engagement.
Paediatric Physiotherapy in Northern NSW
What Paediatric Physiotherapists Treat?
Physiotherapists are highly trained professionals committed to treating and preventing various health conditions, ensuring a healthy and active lifestyle for children of all ages and abilities.
– Assessment and intervention for children facing challenges in movement quality or motor skill development compared to their peers.
– Evaluation of fine motor skills to determine age-appropriate performance, with collaboration with occupational therapists when needed.
– Support for children with neurological concerns, addressing movement differences, stiffness, floppiness, and asymmetry.
– Identification and management of persistent infant movement patterns, such as toe walking or specific postures.
– Assessment and treatment of ocular-motor, vestibular, tactile, proprioceptive, auditory, and motor planning systems.
– Evaluation and management of musculoskeletal issues, from birth-related problems to injuries and malalignments like scoliosis.
– Assessment and non-invasive treatment for children experiencing bladder and bowel problems.
– Intervention for children with obesity, poor fitness, or respiratory conditions to improve overall health.
– Support for children with chronic conditions, focusing on symptom management, prevention of complications, and improving quality of life.
Our Intervention Approaches
Comprehensive Modalities for Holistic Paediatric Care
We work in a broad spectrum of areas to support your child’s development and overall health using evidence based modalities.
Evidence Based
Modalities We Use
– Exercise-Based Treatment: Tailored exercise programs to enhance strength and coordination.
– Hands-On Treatment Options: Manual techniques for targeted improvement.
– Education and Advocacy Roles: Providing guidance and support for parents, and advocating for your child’s needs.
– Hydrotherapy: Water-based therapy for improved movement and strength.
– Orthotics and Equipment Prescription: Customised aids to support your child’s mobility.
Goal-Directed and Family-Centered
our approach
Every intervention is aimed at enhancing your child’s participation and quality of life across various domains, from home life to community, school, and sports engagement.
Our strength-based approach is dedicated to enhancing your child’s well-being and optimising their potential.
At every step, we collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care and optimise your child’s functioning, quality of life, and participation in various activities. From birth to adulthood, we are here to support your child’s journey, emphasising abilities and fostering a healthy, active lifestyle.
