Physiotherapy (PT)

What Does a Physiotherapist Do?

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Physiotherapists help children and youth learn to control their body so they can move around and participating in physical activities. This may include:

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• Skills to learn how to move either on their own or with equipment (such as a walker, braces, or a wheelchair). 

• Support with other skills to help with movement such as strength, posture, coordination, and balance.

• Work with caregivers to keep track of their baby's growth and developing skills such as rolling, crawling, or walking.

How Does a Physiotherapist Help a Child/Youth and their Family?

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• Physiotherapists (PT) spend time with a child/youth learning how they move. 

• PTs work with families to decide on goals.

• PTs will provide ideas and strategies to support goals. 

• They may provide families with resources or connect families with other services.

• PTs may support a child/youth with equipment. This may include helping them learn to use the equipment, support with ordering equipment, or creating adjustments and getting measurements so equipment is the right fit.

How to Make a Referral

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Anyone can refer a child or youth to the Terrace Child Development Centre (TCDC) with permission from the parent or guardian. To refer, you can either call the TCDC at 250-635-9388. You can also fill out a referral form.

 

If you are unsure whether your child/youth requires physiotherapy, feel free to refer and indicate what your concerns or goals are. Our staff will support and direct you to the appropriate services.