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Gokulam - Child Developmental Physiotherapy Clinic Chennai, India

2011-05-14T21:49:00.000-07:00

Children Physiotherapy Chennai

Gokulam - Child Developmental Physiotherapy Chennai, India

The specialised Children's / Paediatric Physiotherapy Clinic assists in assessing, treating and managing children who have a general developmental delay, disorder of movement or a disability or illness which may be improved, controlled or alleviated by physiotherapeutic skills.

The role of Physiotherapist:

The role of the Physiotherapist is to assess and manage peoples(childs and young people) with movement disorders, disability or illness. The aim of the physiotherapist is to help the child/young person reach their full potential through providing physical intervention, advice and support.

The aims of therapy are to:

Maintain and improve mobility
Maintain and improve joint movement
Maintain and improve muscle strength
Encourage activity and motor development
Give advice on equipment and splinting

For more information: Contact Physiotherapist in the below venue with your requirements.

Gokulam - Child Development and Rehab Services

Contact No: 9444954394.

2011-03-30T07:34:00.000-07:00

Here are some basic information about the child motor development in the initial 2 years 6 months, both gross motor and fine motor skills. Especially the red flags indicate little bit concern about your baby and need attention immediate. If you find anything in the red flag with relate to your baby, go for proper advice.

Gross Motor

If a child is...Not rolling by 7 months of age

· Not pushing up on straight arms, lifting his head and shoulders, by 8 months of age

· Not sitting independently by 10 months of age

· Not crawling ("commando" crawling--moving across the floor on his belly) by 10 months of age

· Not creeping (on all fours, what is typically called "crawling") by 12 months of age

· Not sitting upright in a child-sized chair by 12 months of age

· Not pulling to stand by 12 months of age

· Not standing alone by 14 months of age

· Not walking by 18 months of age

· Not jumping by 30 months of age

· Not independent on stairs (up and down) by 30 months of age

· Here are some other gross motor "red flags":

· "walking" their hands up their bodies to achieve a standing position

· only walking on their toes, not the soles of their feet

· frequently falling/tripping, for no apparent reason still "toeing in" at two years of age

· unusual creeping patterns

· any known medical diagnosis can be considered a "red flag": Down's syndrome, cerebral palsy, congenital heart condition etc.

· ...an early intervention/developmental therapy referral may be appropriate.

Fine Motor

If a child is... Frequently in a fisted position with both hands after 6 months of age

· Not bringing both hands to midline (center of body) by 10 months of age

· Not banging objects together by 10 months of age

· Not clapping their hands by 12 months of age

· Not deliberately and immediately releasing objects by 12 months of age

· Not able to tip and hold their bottle by themselves and keep it up, without lying down, by 12 months of age

· Still using a fisted grasp to hold a crayon at 18 months of age

· Not using a mature pincer grasp (thumb and index finger, pad to pad) by 18 months of age

· Not imitating a drawing of a vertical line by 24 months of age

· Not able to snip with scissors by 30 months

Here are some other fine motor "red flags":
Using only one hand to complete tasks

· Not being able to move/open one hand/arm Drooling during small tasks that require intense concentration

· Displaying uncoordinated or jerky movements when doing activities Crayon strokes are either too heavy or too light to see

· Any know medical diagnosis can be considered a "red flag": Down's Syndrome, cerebral palsy etc.

· ...an early childhood intervention/development therapy referral may be appropriate

Paediatric Physiotherapy Therapy Questions from my Friend who is working as a software engineer.

2009-05-13T06:21:00.000-07:00

My Friend Srinivas questions about his child:

Physiotheraphy for babies and children? I had heard of physio for adults, for backs, for broken legs and arms, etc, but I had never heard of physios being involved with babies and children!
when and why a physio may see a child and what is involved when they do?
Why see a paediatric physiotherapist? it is my child perfect? Are there any problems? If there are problems what can be done? Do I worry too much? Am I a perfect parent?

My Answer is:

A physiotherapist whose practice concentrates on babies and children.

A physio may become involved with your child at any time from birth onwards, for any number of reasons and not necessarily because "something is wrong." It is never too early to seek help, advice and, if necessary, physiotherapy treatment.

Advice: A physiotherapist can be both a guide and support. Gokulam physiotherapy clinic often gives advice on how to include regular massage, play and other exercises into your child's daily life, aiming to enhance their overall well-being and quality of life. our therapists also offers suggestions on appropriate footwear, toys, home and school furniture and where necessary special needs equipment. Such advice can often help prevent problems developing later in your child's life caused by poor posture, handling or seating early in life.

Paediatric physiotherapy: The clear definition is: "The treatment of any childhood condition whether acute or chronic which threatens physical development and, therefore, may handicap potential for adult independence."

Physical problems: Very young babies, children and adolescents are seen by the paediatric physiotherapist who can help with many childhood conditions. For example your baby may have talipes (which used to be called club feet) or developmental delay which is manifested by poor head control or being late sitting up or walking. As your child matures, foot problems, clumsiness, poor posture, balance or co-ordination, frequent falls, back pain and arthritis may also lead to a referral. The paediatric physiotherapist also plays a central role in the management and treatment of children with cerebral palsy and other special needs conditions.

Consultation and treatment: A consultation typically consists of an initial assessment of specific physical functions and abilities. The initial assessment is followed by a discussion about immediate and long term requirements and a plan for appropriate treatment.

Chennai Kids Summer Camp | Kids Summer Day Camps | Childrens Summer Camps Chennai

2009-04-16T04:53:00.000-07:00

We focus on the following during summer camp for kids:

Yoga therapy
Fine motor
Hand writing remediation
Drawing
Attention
Socialization
Conceptual development
Parent training programmes

Last date for register is April 25

All kids are welcome!!!!!!!
Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!

For More Info:
SUMMER CAMP @ GOKULAM
Child Development And Rehab Services
No 120/1, Mullai street
Periar padhai
Choolaimedu
Chennai:84
From May 1st to 23rd
Timing: 9:30a.m.to 12:30 p.m.
Contact: 9840878266, 9444954394
Mail ID: gokulam.physio@gmail.com

Checklist For Child Development, Stages of Early Child Development, Child Development Stages.

2008-10-05T22:51:00.000-07:00

Early Stages of Child Development:

Here's what you can expect your child to be doing, from birth to twelve months. If your baby seems different call your local early intervention program.

# 3 Months of Age Most Babies:

Turn their heads toward bright colors and lights
Move both eyes in the same direction together
Recognize bottle or breast
React to sudden sounds or voices
Make cooing sounds
Make fists with both hands
Grasp toys or hair wiggle and kick with arms and legs
Lift head and chest when on stomach
Smile

# 6 Months of Age Most Babies:

Following moving objects with their eyes
Turn toward the source of normal sound
Reach for objects and pick them up
Switch toys from one hand to the other
Play with their toes
Help hold the bottle during feeding
Recognize familiar faces
Babble

# 12 Months of Age Most Babies:

Sit without support
Pull to a standing position
Crawl
Drink from a cup
Play peek-a-boo and patty cake
Wave bye-bye
Hold out their arms and legs while being dressed
Put objects in a container
Stack two blocks
Know five or six words

If you found anything is not done, you may refer to your paediatrician or us.

Physiotherapy Journals | Journals in Physical Therapy | Physiotherapie Journal

2008-10-02T07:39:00.000-07:00

Some of the physio therapy journals sites which I saw in the net:

I will let you know other sites which I have read normally...