How We Support Early Infant Development
Gentle support to help babies grow and thrive with infant physiotherapy in Winnipeg.
Physiotherapy is for babies and toddlers too! Kids Physio Group - Winnipeg's physiotherapists are well-versed in infant motor development and offer services just for babies and toddlers. It is important to remember when looking at gross motor milestones that there is a range of what is considered “within normal limits”. At Kids Physio Group - Winnipeg, we look for improvement of skills and a continued pattern of growth.
If an infant is experiencing tightness or asymmetries are present, directing them to our physiotherapists can help. We assess the latch, tongue mobility, and general motor development. We also work on exercises and positioning to improve feeding and allow for a more comfortable experience for the parent and child. We help your babies activate the right muscles by doing stretches, proper positioning, and using toys to motivate the child through their development.
Infant Physiotherapy Services We Offer in Winnipeg
We are keen to collaborate with many healthcare professionals to ensure your infant is supported.
- Infant Feeding Assessment: We will assess your infant's latch, tongue mobility, and general motor development and help babies release tension and function better.
- Headshape Management: This is best addressed while the skull is soft - treatment includes positioning, motor milestone support, and exercises to get into preferred positioning.
- Motor Milestone Support: Play-based intervention to allow your baby or toddler to learn more about their environment and explore new skills!
- Torticollis & Plagiocephaly: We will treat the position of your infant's head/neck, strengthen muscles, and provide appropriate age-based exercises.
- Birth Injuries & Developmental Disabilities: Regardless of the diagnosis, we prioritize each child as an individual and aim to tailor their intervention to the family’s specific needs and goals.
- Low Tone History of Prematurity: We help grow and develop motor skills, provide patient education, limit further complications, and increase your child's strength.
- Cerebral Palsy (suspected or confirmed): By collaborating with other health professionals, we can help manage symptoms and prevent future issues.
- Brachial Plexus Injuries: We restore movement, prevent joint stifness, and work on bulding muscle strength.
- Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21): Through working on motor milestones, muscle tone, and various physical activities, our physiotherapists strive to help your child thrive in their life.
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Physiotherapy for Infants
These appointments are designed for babies from 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟐 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐠𝐞. Please bring your baby in should you have any concerns with their developmental milestones, or are looking for guidance on how to support your infant in developing gross motor skills.
