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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 Tummy Time "Necessity is the mother of invention" has never been truer than with Chelsea Manke who created a toy to encourage her daughter to get more tummy time . Combining her talents, Chelsea found her niche. Now, after research and development, her product is available on Amazon and in T he Nines Kids store in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Tummy time is a great exercise for infants with torticollis and those without. #physicaltherapy4kids #pt4kids #torticollis #tummytime #tummytimetoy

The Relationship between Plagiocephaly and Torticollis. Stretches and Manipulation To understand the relationship between plagiocephaly and torticollis you need to know what each of them is. Babies can be born with both conditions. Sometimes one can cause the other and vice versa. Plagiocephaly presents itself with an asymmetrically shaped head, one side being more flat than the other side. Torticollis is a shortened neck muscle causing a head tilt. This shortened neck muscle comes from a small knot in the muscle fibres which can be worked out with the stretches and manipulation of Physical Therapy . The physical limitations of Torticollis develops Plagiocephaly. The good news is that Physical Therapy 4 Kids is ready to help your infant in the White Plains, West Chester area of NY. If you have any questions about your child's growth and development, give us a call at 914-421-9392. It’s our greatest pleasure to help chi...

What is 'Tummy Time"? How do you know if your baby is getting enough of tummy time?  Call Wendy to find out more. 914-421-9392  #physicaltherapy4kids #pt4kids #tummytime

Tummy Time is important for your baby. Here are some suggestions from DINOSAUR PHYSICAL THERAPY for toys to help with tummy time exercise. TUMMY TIME MATS TUMMY TIME MIRRORS TUMMY TIME TOYS Torticollis is a treatable condition found in babies. Physical Therapy 4 Kids in White Plains, NY, successfully treats many babies with torticollis. WebMD: Torticollis is a problem involving the muscles of the neck that causes the head to tilt down. The term comes from two Latin words: tortus, which means twisted, and collum, which means neck. Sometimes it’s called “wryneck.” WebMD says, " Give her plenty of time on your tummy. Holding your baby this way will strengthen back and neck muscles and keep the back of her head from flattening. Ideally, she should have 15 minutes of tummy time 4 times a day. You can support her on your chest, across your lap, or on a pillow if that makes it easier. " Wendy Kaplan-Lager, PT, C/NDT of physicaltherapy4kids.com ...