How Does Core Strength Impact Development in Children?

It is important for children and adults to have a strong core in order to maintain good posture and perform a variety of other developmental skills and activities. Find a few great ideas today on the blog on how to incorporate core exercises into fun and exciting games.

Physical Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoDecember 9, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Physical Therapy, Developmental Milestones, Gross Motor Skills, Early Intervention, School Age Children, Exercise, Core Strength, Outdoor Play Activities, Planks

Benefits of Dance For Children

Have you considered enrolling your child in dance? Did you know there are many benefits for children that come from learning how to dance in a formal class or program? Find out more today!

Physical Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoDecember 2, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Physical Therapy, Developmental Milestones, Gross Motor Skills, Early Intervention, School Age Children, Special Needs Dance Class, Dance Classes, Exercise

What Shoes Are Most Appropriate for My Child?

Shoes have different purposes at different stages in your child’s development. Today, our physical therapist discusses what shoes are most appropriate for pre-walkers, toddlers, and school aged children.

Physical Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoNovember 4, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Physical Therapy, Developmental Milestones, Gross Motor Skills, Early Intervention, Shoes for Children, Toddlers, School Age Children, Pre-Walkers

Benefits of Playground Skills

Did you know playground skills are important for gross motor skill development and sensory input? Find out what skills children should be demonstrating on the playground.

Physical Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 22, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Physical Therapy, Developmental Milestones, Gross Motor Skills, Early Intervention, Playground Skills, Sensory Integration

Toe Walking

Does your child walk on their toes? Does your child have trouble standing in one place without taking a bunch of little steps? Find out how extended periods of toe walking can affect development!

Physical Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 6, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Physical Therapy, Developmental Milestones, Gross Motor Skills, Early Intervention, Toe Walking

What Is Torticollis?

If your baby appears to turn his/her head to one side over the other or have a “flat” spot on the back of their head, they may be presenting with signs of Congenital Muscular Torticollis. Find out what that is and how to treat it!

Physical Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoSeptember 22, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Physical Therapy, Developmental Milestones, Gross Motor Skills, Early Intervention, Torticollis

Benefits of Crawling

There are many benefits of crawling. Not only does it provide a means of mobility for your little one but it also sets them up for other essential skills down the road.

Physical Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoAugust 26, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Physical Therapy, Developmental Milestones, Gross Motor Skills, Crawling