Pediatric Therapy

If your child has a developmental disorder or physical disability, AnMed Pediatric Therapy can help. Our caring physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech and language pathologists work closely with your family so your child reaches his or her potential. 

Conditions We Treat

Children with special needs are special to us. Count on our team for the one-on-one attention and expert guidance your child needs to succeed while living with:

  • Autism
  • Brachial plexus injury
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Chromosomal and genetic syndromes
  • Communication delays
  • Developmental delays
  • Failure to thrive and feeding difficulties
  • Fine motor and handwriting difficulties
  • Learning disabilities
  • Motor delays and poor posture
  • Orthopedic injuries
  • Sensory processing dysfunction
  • Speech and language disorders
  • Torticollis

Your First Appointment

No two children are the same, so we’ll start by evaluating your child’s specific needs. With your input, we’ll set goals and develop a care plan to achieve them. 

Wide Range of Services

Whatever services your child requires, there’s a good chance we can help. 

Support for Speech, Language & Swallowing 

  • Assistive Technology: Makes everyday tasks easier for children with communication challenges. 
  • Augmentative Communication: Offers extra support for children with speaking or language difficulties.
  • Beckman Oral Motor Protocol: Strengthens the lips, jaw and tongue for better feeding and speech.
  • Certified Lactation Counselor: Expertise in infant feeding and oral development.
  • NOMAS: Certified in the Neonatal Oral Motor Assessment Scale to evaluate oral motor skills.
  • Pediatric VitalStim Therapy: Uses gentle electrical stimulation to enhance swallowing abilities.

Physical & Occupational Therapy

  • Aquatic Therapy: Utilizes a warm-water pool to enhance mobility and strength in a supportive environment.
  • Craniosacral Techniques: Employs gentle touch to relax the central nervous system and promote overall well-being.
  • Interactive Metronome: Uses rhythmic exercises to improve timing, focus, and coordination through interactive auditory and visual feedback.
  • Masery Respiratory Techniques: Focuses on enhancing breathing patterns for better respiratory health.
  • Myofascial Release: A specialized physical therapy technique aimed at relieving muscle pain and tension.
  • Neurodevelopmental Therapy: A hands-on approach designed to improve motor skills and functional movement.
  • Sensory Integration Therapy: Supports children with autism by helping them process sensory information more effectively.

If your child needs an adaptive car seat, medical equipment or orthotics (wearable supportive devices), we’ll help you get the right supplies from local providers.  

Where We Provide Care

Your child may receive therapy services at our outpatient clinic or AnMed Maternity Center.
 

Talk to Your Doctor

Ask your child’s primary care doctor for a referral to AnMed Pediatric Therapy. After we receive the referral, we’ll call you to schedule an evaluation.