What can Children First Physiotherapy Offer You?

  • Comprehensive assessment to discover cause of injury/source of discomfort.
  • Full explanation of the cause of your child’s pain/condition.
  • Sessions fun, interesting and informative for children with interactive education through model joints!
  • Individual, progressive home exercise programmes provided, including a computerised Physio Tools Programme where applicable.
  • Reassurance and advice to parents.
  • Liaison with other health professionals and teaching staff involved with your child’s care is actively encouraged (with parental permission) to ensure services are co-ordinated and the most effective treatment is offered.
  • Children appreciate the acknowledgement of their injury/condition being treated. Hopefully, being inspired to look after their own bodies throughout life.
  • Early intervention and prompt treatment leading to full rehabilitation.
  • One-off gait and postural awareness (an MOT) for your child to prevent longer -term problems.
  • Orthotic advice and prescription. 
  • Knowledge of other local support, information, medical and complementary services available e.g. Disability and able-bodied sports clubs, consultant referrals, podiatry assessment, Homeopathy, Cranio-sacral Therapy etc.
  • Committed to continuous professional development therefore aware of latest equipment and research.
  • Individual Home Therapy Equipment and Orthotics recommended and sourced at cost price.
  • Delivery of the Airedale Back Care for Children health education Programme for schools and groups of children.
  • Reduction/prevention of recurrent occurrence of injury later on.
  • Exercise programmes to reduce obesity (16% of 6-16year olds are now obese, Sport England 2005).
  • Registered with main health insurance companies to enable charges to be claimed directly (see Appointment Information and Fees).
  • Registered with the Data Protection Agency (Information Commissioner).
  • Enhanced CRB Check available to View.
  • £5 million Medical and Professional Indemnity Insurance and £5 million Public and Products Liability Insurance provided by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

With reduced pain/discomfort and improved functional movement, children can concentrate and enjoy their daily activities.

 

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