Category: Posture

W-sitting position May10th 2020

The Deal with W Sitting

There is a great deal of controversy over a sitting position common for young children, called W-sitting. W-sitting, so named because the legs splay out to form a W pattern, has been associated with causing several developmental orthopedic problems and doctors have warned to discourage children from assuming this position. Though there are some pediatricians

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core-strength Apr20th 2019

3 Easy Exercises to Improve Your Childs Core Strength

Having a strong core is very important for people of every age, but it can be especially beneficial to your child as they work through their physical therapy program. As your physical therapist can tell you, core strength is what helps your child do exercises safely, and it can also help guard against future injury.

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How to Establish a Bedtime Routine That Actually Works

Mar20th 2019

Sleep helps the body and mind reset and recharge after a long day of problem-solving and working with our physical therapist. You may notice that your kids are very tired after a good physical therapy session, and one of the best things you can do as a parent is to help get your child into

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