“Torticollis” translates literally to “twisted neck,” which can make it an alarming diagnosis to receive about your infant. In reality, however, torticollis affects about 16% of newborns, and the condition is usually easily resolved. At Endeavors Pediatric Therapy Services, we offer one of its best treatments: pediatric physical therapy for torticollis. Torticollis has several potential
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The Benefits of Creating a Therapeutic Environment: Occupational Therapy for Autism
February 10th, 2024Imagine Sarah, a vibrant 7-year-old with striking blue eyes. Like many children with autism, she faces unique challenges daily. Bright lights can be overwhelming, unfamiliar textures unsettling, and transitioning from one task to another daunting. But in a therapeutic environment, where the benefits of occupational therapy for autism are designed just for her, Sarah blooms.
Uncovering Potential: The Importance of Occupational Therapy Assessments
December 10th, 2023Has your child’s pediatrician recommended occupational therapy because your child’s struggling with day-to-day activities? Are you scheduled for an OT assessment and want to give your child (and yourself) a sense of what to expect? Try not to worry: occupational therapy assessments are fairly straightforward and often less intimidating than expected! While the idea of
Unlocking Potential: Occupational Therapy Strategies for Autism
October 20th, 2023If you have a child with autism, you know they often struggle with social situations or self-care. But did you know that a special type of therapy can help them develop those skills effectively? Occupational therapy for autism can teach your child how to manage day-to-day life, from brushing their teeth to interacting at school.
Unlocking Potential: Enhancing Language Development in Children through Speech Therapy
October 10th, 2023When a child grapples with expression, it might seem as if they’re isolated within their own thoughts. At Endeavors Pediatric Therapy Services in Statesville, pediatric speech therapy for language development in children strives to be the solution, fostering a connection between children and the world around them. Think of a realm where your little one
Concerned About an Upcoming Surgery? Find Help in PT and OT!
September 20th, 2023Did you know that rehabilitation is just as important before surgery as it is after? That’s right! Physical and occupational therapy are essential when undergoing surgical correction of a joint or muscle. Physical therapy has repeatedly been shown to assist people in preparing their bodies for surgery. Prior to surgery, physical therapy can also help
What Parents Should Know About W Sitting
September 10th, 2023Have you noticed that your child does not sit in a normal sitting position? Do their hips and legs seem misaligned or look abnormally posed when they’re sitting on the ground playing? Would you say that the shape of their legs makes a “W?” W sitting is defined as the position where a child internally
How Pediatric Therapy Can Prevent Sports-Related Injuries
July 20th, 2023It’s natural for a parent to be concerned about falls and other accidents. Children are clumsy, rambunctious, and always on the move! It’s difficult not to be concerned about them getting hurt. Endeavors Pediatric Therapy Services in Statesville wants to help you avoid as many injuries as possible, so we’ve put together this blog with
Ready, Set, Play: The Value of Outside Time for Your Child
July 10th, 2023Outside play was once a very popular hobby for children of all ages. Kids used to ride their bikes up and down the street. They joined friends for games of dodgeball or hide-and-seek in the woods. However, the world as we know it has changed, and children’s play habits have as well. In 2020, the
Discover Physical Therapy For The Treatment Of Tennis Elbow
March 10th, 2023Have you been dealing with an annoying ache in your forearm and elbow? Are you frustrated now that your elbow hurts just lifting a cup or even holding a pencil or pen? The pain you are experiencing is likely tennis elbow. Despite the name, tennis elbow can affect anyone, regardless of whether they play tennis