Birth to Three often starts Physical Therapy as early as 3 weeks old since most children with Down syndrome have low muscle tone.
Sometimes - parents choose to find programs that are similar to a kid's gym - like My Gym or Tumble Jungle in Fairfield. These programs have small classes by age range - and they work on a lot of physical movements and social skills is an extra bonus! Check with your insurance company to see if you get a discount at these places.
The below outside Physical Therapy resources that were recommended by some families in 21 Strong
Rehab Associates in Fairfield, CT : Our pediatric physical therapy department concentrates on optimizing functional skills and proper gross motor development. Our therapists implement a whole body approach from initial evaluation through therapeutic discharge. Our staff is skilled in evaluating and treating those with a variety of diagnoses that may impact a child’s development of gross motor skills, such as:
Our therapists recognize the importance of functional skills within the home and community setting. Thorough home exercise programs are created and provided to children and their families for generalization of skills and carryover for optimal results.
KidSense Therapy Group in Milford, CT:
Physical therapy focuses on the development and refinement of gross motor skills. Physical therapy utilizes exercises and activities to build core strength, coordination, and endurance for walking, climbing, sports, and recreation. The goal is to optimize each child's movement experience so that they can participate and enjoy their daily activities at home, in school, and in the community.
Sometimes - parents choose to find programs that are similar to a kid's gym - like My Gym or Tumble Jungle in Fairfield. These programs have small classes by age range - and they work on a lot of physical movements and social skills is an extra bonus! Check with your insurance company to see if you get a discount at these places.
The below outside Physical Therapy resources that were recommended by some families in 21 Strong
Rehab Associates in Fairfield, CT : Our pediatric physical therapy department concentrates on optimizing functional skills and proper gross motor development. Our therapists implement a whole body approach from initial evaluation through therapeutic discharge. Our staff is skilled in evaluating and treating those with a variety of diagnoses that may impact a child’s development of gross motor skills, such as:
- Developmental milestones (rolling, sitting, crawling, walking, etc.)
- Overall strength, endurance, and flexibility
- Gross motor coordination and balance (static and dynamic)
- Ball skills (eye-hand coordination)
- Motor planning (gross motor tasks, game-like activity, negotiating the environment)
Our therapists recognize the importance of functional skills within the home and community setting. Thorough home exercise programs are created and provided to children and their families for generalization of skills and carryover for optimal results.
KidSense Therapy Group in Milford, CT:
Physical therapy focuses on the development and refinement of gross motor skills. Physical therapy utilizes exercises and activities to build core strength, coordination, and endurance for walking, climbing, sports, and recreation. The goal is to optimize each child's movement experience so that they can participate and enjoy their daily activities at home, in school, and in the community.
