
Pediatric Physiotherapy
Pediatric physiotherapy is a specialized area of healthcare that supports the physical development, movement, and function from infancy through adolescence. It focuses on building strength and mobility while reaching developmental milestones or managing medical conditions. Using engaging play-based techniques, pediatric physiotherapists create individualized treatment plans that encourage active participation. By working closely with families, they also provide guidance and exercises to continue progress at home. Early intervention can play a key role in guiding a child’s growth and development and overall quality of life.
A thorough assessment will be completed to identify areas of concerns and to guide play-based treatment. An individualized treatment plan will be created to help in building strength, coordination, and mobility to promote your child’s independence and further strengthen their abilities. It is recommended to bring your infant’s favourite toys to your visit to facilitate assessment and treatment.
Common conditions treated:
· Torticollis (tight neck) and plagiocephaly (flat head)
· Developmental milestone delays (sitting, crawling, walking)
· Identify abnormalities in growth, posture, alignment and development
· Feeding/eating difficulties
· Premature infants
· Brachial plexus injuries
· Gross motor development associated with neurological conditions (e.g. cerebral palsy, down syndrome, etc)
· Scoliosis
· Overall assessment of physical health and well-being for infants
Irene Chau is our registered physiotherapist with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She treats infants and children from newborn to 18 years of age, with a particular focus in infant development under 3 years of age. She has completed additional training in neurodynamic techniques (NDT) to help with motor development in infants with congenital, orthopedic, and neurological conditions.






