​Physical Therapy is a type of therapy that aids in a child's ability to move. When a child's movement is limited, it affects their everyday life and inhibits their ability to perform daily activities and tasks. At KidSPOT, our therapists help to restore a child's gross motor skills with fun activities that keep them entertained and happy!

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Physical therapists help to improve gross motor skills (tasks that involve large muscle groups), by encouraging kids to do things like:

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• Play on large exercise balls to build strength

• Run/hop around to improve coordination

• Balance on a beam

• Stand on one foot

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PTs can support improvements in people who have:​​

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• Genetic disorders

• Delays in development

• Muscle weakness or imbalances

• Poor coordination and/or motor planning

• Nerve/muscle conditions

• Recovery from injuries

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During an initial visit, a PT will check your child’s strength and development. They will observe how easily the child can stand, walk, and complete tasks that are appropriate for their age to determine if there is a delay. If there is a delay, they will determine the degree and potential cause. From there, a PT will work with you and your child to figure out a treatment plan. ​KidSPOT provides physical therapy services in a variety of locations including our outpatient gyms, classrooms, homes, and preschools.​