Physical & Developmental Disabilities

At Early Years Physiotherapy we pride ourselves in supporting our families and clients to thrive in their communities. We aim to build the capacity and capabilities of our families to support participation, decrease barriers and maximise physical potential for the best inclusive environment.

Our Physiotherapists treat children with an extensive range of concerns and conditions. Regardless of the diagnosis, we prioritise each child as an individual and tailor the intervention to the family’s goals.

All our Physiotherapists have experience working in different community settings such as schools, community-based health and hospital services. Alongside expert knowledge and ongoing learning of the most relevant and evidence-based practices, our Physiotherapists provide the most holistic intervention for our clients. 

physiotherapy for children, NDIS, gold coast

Movement is a celebration of what your body can do

Some of the most common conditions we treat include: 

  • Cerebral Palsy

  • Down Syndrome

  • Global Developmental Delays

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder 

  • Ehlers Danlos and other Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders

  • Rare Genetic Conditions

  • Medical Conditions such as heart conditions and cancer

  • Rheumatic Conditions such as Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

  • And many more

Therapy Highlights

  • Neuro Developmental Treatment (NDT) techniques 

  • Gait training

  • Postural and alignment training 

  • Strength, coordination and motor programs 

  • Serial casting

  • Splinting, and Turtlebraces

  • Taping 

  • Orthotic and footwear prescription

  • TheratogsTM 

  • Compression garment prescription, such as SPIOs

Equipment Highlights

  • NeuroMuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) and Biofeedback 

  • Whole Body Vibration

  • Body weight support treadmill

  • Pilates Reformer

  • Climbing ladders and frames

  • Stairs, parallel bars and balance equipment

  • Therapeutic bolster and platform swings

  • Blazepods for agility and motivation

  • Toys and games to keep kids engaged

Other Childhood Concerns

As children grow, conditions affecting joints and muscles can occur and impact on the body’s alignment, causing functional changes. 

These include:

  • Toe walking 

  • In-toeing

  • Out-toeing

  • Other postural concerns 

  • Scoliosis 

  • Foot and arch development (such as pronation)

  • Pain (such as in back, legs and feet)