Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapy in Teddington
Paediatric physiotherapy, or physiotherapy for children, helps babies, children and young people move and feel better as their bodies grow. It supports movement and alignment, motor skills, strength and balance, and helps children manage everything from acute injuries to lifelong conditions.
Our specialist paediatric physiotherapist, Emma, is a Chartered Physiotherapist with a specialist focus on children’s physiotherapy and six years’ experience supporting children and young people aged 0–20. With her at Tide End Health, families in Teddington and the surrounding area can access expert physiotherapy for children close to home.
How physiotherapy for children can help
We can assess, treat, or offer advice on:
- Acute injuries: sports injuries and post-surgery rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal concerns: growing pains, bendy (hypermobile) joints, movement asymmetry, foot posture and unusual walking patterns
- Gross motor skill delay: crawling, walking, balance and coordination
- Neurological or genetic conditions: such as cerebral palsy and Down syndrome
Supporting children with neurological and genetic conditions
Neurological and genetic conditions affect the brain, spinal cord, nerves or muscles, and can influence a child’s movement, coordination, balance, strength and development. Conditions include cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy and Down syndrome.
Depending on the condition, a child may experience:
- Low or high muscle tone
- Reduced coordination and balance
- Asymmetrical movement and posture
- Reduced muscle strength and endurance
These can make sitting, crawling, walking and other everyday movements harder, and may affect posture over time. Paediatric physiotherapy supports children, young people and their families by helping to improve or maintain strength, mobility, balance, coordination and independence in daily life.
Treatment is tailored to each child and may include play-based exercises, gait training, balance work, stretching, strengthening and support with gross motor development.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a GP referral?
No, you can book directly, without a referral. If your child is already under the care of a consultant, we’re happy to work alongside their existing team.
What happens in the first appointment?
A detailed assessment of your child’s movement, strength and development, usually through play, followed by a plan tailored to them. You’ll be involved throughout.
What ages do you treat?
From babies through to teenagers and young people, up to age 20.
Can you help children with long-term conditions?
Yes, we provide ongoing support for children with conditions such as cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and muscular dystrophy, helping build or maintain strength, mobility, coordination and independence.
