Paediatric Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy specialises in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents with conditions affecting their bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments. At Alara, our experienced physiotherapists understand the unique needs of growing bodies and how musculoskeletal issues can impact a child’s development and overall well-being.

How can Alara Physiotherapists Help?

Our physiotherapists can help children with a wide range of conditions, including:

• Comprehensive Assessments: Our physiotherapists conduct thorough assessments to identify the root cause of your child’s musculoskeletal concerns.
• Personalised Treatment Plans: We develop and implement individualized treatment plans that may include:
  • Therapeutic exercises to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
  • Manual therapy techniques such as massage and joint mobilization to improve range of motion and reduce pain.
  • Postural correction and advice to improve posture and prevent future problems.
  • Gait analysis and gait retraining to improve walking patterns and reduce the risk of falls.
• Developmental Milestones: We work closely with our Occupational Therapy colleagues to support children in achieving developmental milestones, such as rolling, sitting, crawling, and walking, addressing concerns like developmental delays and flat head (plagiocephaly).
• Growth-Related Care: We consider the unique needs of growing bodies, addressing any concerns related to growth plates and adapting treatment plans accordingly.
• Family Education and Support: We provide ongoing education and support to families, empowering them with the knowledge and tools to manage their child’s condition and promote their overall well-being.
• Collaboration across our team: we work with our Osteopath and Occupational Therapists for best results.