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Pediatric speech therapists can help your child learn to communicate more confidently and effectively and support better, safer feeding skills. Our speech therapists use exercises and social interactions to help with a wide array of speech/language difficulties. They will be able to assess your child’s abilities, identify the problem, and then create a treatment plan individualized to your child and your family. If your child is having difficulties with their speech, contact our office today to schedule anappointment withone of our pediatric speech therapists. OCCUPATIONALTHERAPY SERVICES Occupational therapy is a safe, effective, and non-invasive treatment option. Pediatric occupational therapy focuses on helping children who struggle with these conditions to develop the necessary skills for growing into independently functioning adults. Choice Therapy’s pediatric occupational services canaddressmany conditions, including the following: • Sensory integration
• Visual deficits • Fine and gross motor skills
SPEECH SERVICES Choice Therapy offers pediatric speech services to our patients. Several things can result in a child having deficits relating to speech, language, social skills, and pediatric feeding skills. Working in partnership with families, teachers, and health care providers, our therapists can pinpoint any underlying issues your child might have. Pediatric speech therapy can address the following speech conditions/difficulties: • Muscle weakness or tightness in the lips, tongue or throat • Speech sound errors that make it difficult to communicate • Difficulty in understanding directions or questions • Hoarse, breathy or tight voice for an extended period of time • Chewing or swallowing difficulties (which poses a health risk) • Difficulty expressing wants or thoughts • Repetitions or blocks in some sounds or words (i.e. stuttering) • Difficulty in social interactions with others
Apediatric occupational therapist canworkwith your child to help them learn, grow, and play. If your child needs occupational therapy, their therapist may work with them on their social skills, taking care of themselves (grooming habits), as well as their cognitive and motor skills. Occupational therapy will assist your child in developing or improving their fine and gross motor skills. The overall goal of pediatric therapy is to help your child be more independent as they age so that they can live a normal life. Sometimes your child’s therapywill only involve play, like jumping, climbing, or dancing. Other treatments may focus on specific tasks like getting dressed, eating on their own, or holding a crayon or pencil correctly for writing. Parents are always provided with helpful information and guidelines to work on with your child at home. Your role in your child’s therapy is just as important (if not more) than the role of your child’s occupational therapist!
• Developmental delays • Emotional regulation • Reflex integration
The Importance of Physical Therapy In Your Child’s Growth A pediatric physical therapist can work with your child to help them learn, grow, and play. Occupational therapy will assist your child in developing or improving their fine and gross motor skills. The overall goal of pediatric therapy is to help your child be more independent as they age so that they can live a normal life.
Sometimes your child’s therapy will only involve play, like jumping, climbing, or dancing. Other treatments may focus on specific tasks like getting dressed, eating on their own, or holding a crayon or pencil correctly for writing. Parents are always provided with helpful information and guidelines to work on with your child at home. Your role in your child’s therapy is just as important (if not more) than the role of your child’s physical therapist!
Your child’s growth and development is the top priority at Choice Therapy. If you believe that he or she would benefit from speech, occupational or physical therapy, contact our office today for a free screen. Choice Therapy understands how difficult it can be to manage your child’s condition alone. Let us provide you with integrated guidance and care; call us today to schedule an appointment with one of our skilled therapists. Contact Our Office Today
Call (218) 835 3425 at Blackduck or (218) 647 9569 at Kelliher or visit our website at www.choicetherapy1.com to schedule your appointment or free screening today!
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