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Torticollis: A Pediatric Epidemic Contemporary Pediatrics reports on the Torticollis epidemic. This is an example of solving one problem leads to another problem. Preventing sudden infant death syndrome by having infants on their backs so much of the time, is spiking the occurrence of torticollis. A dramatic decrease in tummy time for babies is causing an up swing in congenital muscular torticollis. Doctors attribute this to babies spending more time on their backs due to “sleeping in reclined positioners and chairs such as bouncy seats, reclined rockers, swings, and car seats” As a result, there is an increased need for physical therapy services and also the use of helmet therapy.  According to this article , torticollis is an epidemic. It’s important for parents to know about early intervention for torticollis prevention. Being informed is very important and half the battle.   We, at Physical Therapy 4 Kids , are on the front line of torticol...

"5 Tummy Time Don'ts, According To A Pediatrician" Tummy Time doesn't have to be a foreign concept. New parents get a lot of advice, some helpful and some not so helpful. Tummy Time is the helpful kind of advice. It's the DYI of pediatric physical therapy.  You can do this at home and make it fun for your baby. Check out this article for some helpful information about tummy time! As always, feel free to call us with any concerns or questions you may have about your infant. We are experts when it comes to pediatric physical therapy . 914-421-9392 Physical Therapy 4 Kids #pediatricphysicaltherapy #physicaltherapy4kids #pt4kids #Torticollis #tummytime

Baby Your Baby: Importance of Tummy Time “ Tummy Time is one of the most important things you can do with your baby. It strengthens the muscles in the neck, back, and core.” Tummy Time : Gaining upper body strength and head control, will help your baby prepare for crawling. Parents can help the infant by keeping their arms forward and getting their attention with colorful toys. It’s suggested to do this 3-5 times a day for 5-10 minutes. If you have any questions about tummy time, give us a call for an appointment. We are child development experts with many years of experience. 914-421-9392 #physicaltherapy4kids #pt4kids #Torticollis #tummytime #pediatricphysicaltherapy

The Importance of Crawling on Hands & Knees Normal development includes babies exploring their environment. That includes crawling on their hands and knees. This leads to the use of opposing arm and leg movements necessary for future walking and running skills. If your baby is not crawling or you observe any other concerns about your baby's development, please call us at 914-421-9392. We are experts in child development, specifically getting your child on target for age-appropriate gross motor skills. We are here to help! Call now for an appointment for an evaluation!!! #physicaltherapy4kids #pt4kids #crawlingonhandsandknees #crawling

Late Bloomers will Bloom when they are ready to bloom! The Speed of Children , they have their own timeline when it comes to milestones. Kids will walk when it's their right time. Talk when they're ready. Feeling guilty when your child isn't progressing like the other children the same age. Comparing is not good yet it's the first thing that happens when they're born IE: “pediatric growth chart”. When parents get caught up in the progress of other kids they lose out on the everyday and individual achievements of their own child. Parents need to enjoy every moment of every day that the kids are young because the time goes too fast. Before you know it, your 6 month old is 6 years old! It seems like educating parents on child development can reduce their stress and stop them from making comparisons. We, as parents, tend to stress and worry more when we know less about the subject. Once we learn more about whatever it is, we calm down and accept. The...