Physiotherapy @ South Peace Child Development Centre

​The Physiotherapist Julie at the CDC provides service for children from birth to school entry age. The main goal of the Physiotherapist is to encourage development of gross motor skills in children from birth to school entry age. The Physiotherapist assesses,Muscle strength and muscle toneRange of motion of joints, Quality of movement, Exercise tolerance, Motor and reflex development, Functional abilitiesPain (type, location, extent). If therapy is needed, it may take place at the Centre’s therapy gym or hydrotherapy pool, home, or other community facilities. The Therapist uses one or a combination of different settings to stimulate gross motor development through specific exercises and play activities. Parent-caregiver education is also an important role of the Physiotherapist. The Physiotherapist will instruct parents-caregivers about the use of therapeutic equipment, exercises and positioning​.