by RSI Staff | Sep 5, 2023 | Milestones, Physical Therapy
Overheard in Physical Therapy: Jumping jacks tell more about gross-motor development than you realize. By age 5, a child should be able to move both sides of their body together to coordinate a jumping jack. This quick process of being able to switch their arms and...
by RSI Staff | Aug 21, 2023 | Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
Ask an RSI Expert Today’s question is answered by Anna Ripley, PT, DPT–an RSI physical therapist based primarily in our Rexburg Pediatric Clinic. Question: My 4-year-old daughter walks on her toes. Is it a big deal? Should I be worried? Answer:...
by RSI Staff | May 19, 2023 | Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
It’s a rare day when one of our RSI pediatric occupational or physical therapists don’t include at least a few minutes of swinging in their therapy sessions with their young patients. Between our pod swings, saucer swings, rope swings, stretchy swings,...
by RSI Staff | Jan 30, 2023 | Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy
Every child with ADHD deserves an individualized plan of care. Whether that plan looks like a 504 at school, a prescription from a doctor, counseling, or even a nerve stimulation medical device–there is no one-size-fits-all solution. At an increasing rate over...
by RSI Staff | Jan 27, 2023 | Occupational Therapy, Patient Information, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy
Who doesn’t love a good old-fashioned decision tree? Getting yourself or your child started in physical, occupational, or speech therapy can be confusing! We’re here to help. Give us a call if you have any questions about qualifying, insurance, costs,...
by RSI Staff | Jan 27, 2023 | Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy
Does your child have a stuffed animal that comes to appointments with them? We love being visited by special snuggly friends from home! Studies show that integrating stuffed animals into therapy for young children can provide a sense of security and can aid in therapy...
