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Fun News Friday! For Special-Needs Students, Custom Furniture Out of Schoolhouse Scraps #pediPT #physicaltherapy

A rare informative article about a school physical therapist!

Highlights from the article:

Whenever Michael Konstalid visits a school, he makes sure to pay a visit to the basement.

There, Mr. Konstalid, a roaming physical therapist for the New York City Education Department, gives his phone number to a custodian and asks that no broken furniture be thrown away until he is called. This protocol…

Fun News Friday! Why Babies Love (And Learn From) Magic Tricks #pediPT #magic #physicaltherapy

Here’s a great article along with audio discussing a study about something new about how babies learn. As a physical therapist, we learn a lot about motor learning and how one acquires a new skill or relearns an old skill. This is especially important in pediatrics where there is brand new learning happening multiple times during a session. I plan on using this method with some of my kiddos! ‪

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In the News- Chelsea Werner, gymnast with Down Syndrome #DSawareness #specialolympics #gymnastics #pediPT #todayshow

Here’s an article to add a little joy to your holiday season!

Champion gymnast with Down syndrome overcomes obstacles, inspires others

Make sure to watch the Today video in the article!

Her story is a great example of how strengthening and practice can help manage low muscle tone.

Here’s another video I found showing Chelsea’s story and skills!

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Happy Physical Therapy Month! Everyday Tips and Tricks #PTmonth #pediPT #kids #play #NPTM

Sorry for the lack of posts during this important month for physical therapists!

I first wanted to highlight a page on my main page that tells you all about what pediatric physical therapy is.

One of the main issues that I am concerned with as a pediatric physical therapist, is how parents can continue to practice the skills that I work on during our physical therapy sessions.  I always emphasize…

Tips and Tricks! Stickers and Right and Left #pediPT #physicaltherapy #play #kids

My other favorite tool to use during therapy sessions is stickers!

One way I use them is to help my patients focus on using 1 arm or leg more than the other.  I usually use this method if I’m working on strengthening or balance or just using 1 arm or leg more.  These patients usually have a diagnosis where 1 side is weaker like a stroke or cerebral palsy, or muscular dystrophy.  Or they may just…

Happy Monday News- Video: Incredible story of how abandoned dog helped disabled boy overcome fear of outside world #pediPT #therapy #dogs

Wanted to get your Monday started on a Happy and uplifting note!

Saw this article in my weekly newsletter from Therapy Fun Zone

I really enjoyed reading this article and seeing the great video because it highlights an important part of pediatric therapy, which isn’t just about increasing a child’s mobility but also increasing their participation with their daily life activities.  I love how the…