Helping Torticollis

Helping Torticollis - Newborn Movement Assessment

Assessing a newborn movement for torticollis.


 A Physical Therapist can assess your baby for any body movement issues or
concerns. In this video you can see what’s involved in an assessment for
a newborn. Through gentle touch, physical therapy, the baby’s movement
patterns can be changed so she can learn to move in healthier ways.  
This kind of physical therapy can be learned by parents to contribute
to a thriving baby. Besides working on the body movement, the power of
loving touch is also very positive for your baby.


A side note: “Newborn babies are experiencing everything for the first
time, including their first touch from mom and dad. This early contact
helps promote healthy psychological and physical development. Lack of
physical contact can prevent normal development and can
even lead to higher rates of illness or death in infants. Your touch can be
especially important for your premature infant or infant born at a low
birth weight. Healthy, effective contact with your baby includes cuddling,
gentle massage, stroking and holding your newborn.”

Luckily babies in the White Plains area have Wendy Kaplan-Lager, PT, C/NDT of Physical Therapy 4 Kids to treat them. Ms. Kaplan-Lager is very familiar with torticollis and plagiocephaly. She is an expert when it comes to physical therapy for infants and children.
Contact Ms. Kaplan-Lager with any concerns you may have about your baby.


Physical Therapy 4 Kids
White Plains, NY
914-421-9392

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