PEDIATRIC PHYSIOTHERAPY

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Get to know our pediatric physiotherapy team.

WHAT IS PEDIATRIC PHYSIOTHERAPY?

Pediatric physiotherapy is the delivery of physiotherapy services to children and youth, from birth to 25 years of age. Our pediatric physiotherapy services include:

One-on-one therapy: A comprehensive assessment of a child’s gross motor function and posture, including strength, posture, gait, flexibility, balance, coordination and sensory processing. Subsequent treatment can include manual therapy, hands-on facilitation, education, referrals to other specialists, and/or prescription of a home exercise program.

Group physical therapy classes: The classes focus on gross motor skill development, balance and stretching for kids in four development stages, from birth through to 25 years old. They are geared towards infants, children and young adults with developmental delays or congenital disorders. However, the infant class can also be beneficial for typically developing babies and parents that would like information on productive play.

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WHY CHOOSE PROPEL PHYSIOTHERAPY?

Every child’s goals and needs are uniquely different. At Propel, we work closely with family members, caregivers, teachers, doctors and other health care professionals on your child’s integrated healthcare team to develop goals based on the child’s function and the family’s needs with a focus on optimizing participation in daily activities.

Infants, toddlers and young children who require physiotherapy intervention may not fully grasp the purpose or function of therapy services; as such our pediatric physiotherapy sessions incorporate functional play and exciting motivators while creating a fun atmosphere to help accomplish therapy goals.

For youth and adolescents who have suffered an injury, we help them to understand their injury in a way that is easy for them to understand and help them to feel valued throughout their rehabilitation process.

Learn more about our approach and the pediatric physiotherapist’s role in your child’s rehabilitation.

WHICH CONDITIONS DO YOU TREAT?

Our pediatric physiotherapists have experience treating injuries as well as congenital and acquired conditions, some unique to children and adolescents, including:

Janna MarvynPediatric Physiotherapist

Janna’s passion is the field of pediatric physiotherapy where she has focused on treatment for infants, children and youth with congenital conditions, orthopedic and neurological injuries, including cerebral palsy, Downs Syndrome, Global Developmental Delay, torticollis and club foot. Janna brings her expertise from previous roles at Children’s Treatment Centres and the Peel District School Board to create fun and engaging treatment sessions for her young clients.

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Cerebral palsy
Down syndrome
Developmental delay
Traumatic brain injuries
Postural issues: torticollis, scoliosis, metatarsus adductus

Idiopathic toe walking
Spina bifida and neural tube defects
Muscular dystrophy
Brachial plexus
Lesions

Juvenile chronic arthritis (JCA)
Osteogenesis imperfecta
Respiratory conditions such as cystic fibrosis or asthma
Sports and recreation injuries
Congenital muscular torticollis

Tendinitis/tendinosis
Muscle and ligament injuries/tears
Joint stiffness and pain
Post-fracture treatment

QUESTIONS ABOUT CHILD PHYSIOTHERAPY?

Ask Janna

Let Us Bring Our Services To You

We recognize that not everyone is readily able to access one of our two physiotherapy clinics in Etobicoke and Pickering. For that reason, all of our services are mobile. Enjoy the benefits of our professional services in the comfort of your home, office or any suitable setting in your community.

After a full assessment of your needs and surroundings, one of our registered professionals will develop a program with your specific goals in mind to help you get to where you want in your physical health and wellness.

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TESTIMONIALS

“I had a traumatic brain injury and my progress has been outstanding thanks to the knowledge and encouragement of the staff in the clinic. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming, you can really tell they take pride in their work. I would definitely recommend this location because they produce results!”

– Michael

“Came to Propel after dealing with a mid back issue for months. From the facilities to treatment, the whole experience was top notch. Hoong’s assessment was thorough and the treatment got me feeling better quickly. He also gave me some exercises to work on which have continued to help. Would definitely recommend!”

– Carlos

“I was injured severely 4 years ago. I have needed an abundance of physiotherapy as well as massage therapy. This clinic has given me by far the greatest and most successful care and rehabilitation to get back to my life. The staff are extremely knowledgeable in their field and not only treat you as a client but as a friend or family member.”

– Vanessa