When seven-year-old Liam (not his real name) started showing signs of gross motor deficits, his parents grew concerned. Liam struggled with balance, coordination, and strength, which made activities like running, jumping, and playing sports difficult. To help him, they brought him to , where skilled pediatric therapists focused on improving gross motor skills through comprehensive
Category: Physical Therapy
Breaking the Stiffness: Overcoming Torticollis with Pediatric Physical Therapy
April 20th, 2025Guiding Your Child to Better Neck Mobility Seeing your child face any physical challenge can be heart-wrenching as a parent. One such condition, often noticeable in infants and toddlers, is torticollis—a stiffness in the neck which leads to a tilted head. But here’s the silver lining: Overcoming torticollis with pediatric physical therapy is not only
Effective Therapies for Children with Autism
January 10th, 2025Eight-year-old Alex (not his real name) struggled with many challenges that children with autism often face. Social interactions were difficult, and he had trouble communicating his needs and managing sensory sensitivities. Alex’s parents were determined to find support for him and went to Endeavors Pediatric Therapy Services for help. Through a combination of physical therapy,
Understanding Developmental Delays and Milestones to Watch For
October 20th, 2024Learn The Signs Of Developmental Delays In Milestone Development For Early Intervention Motor skills play a critical role in children’s development because they make up the abilities required to perform movements and tasks. When children begin to show signs of developmental delays in milestones related to motor skills and cognition, it can have a significant
Straightening the Course: Treating Torticollis with Pediatric Physical Therapy
February 20th, 2024“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
Playful Progress: Engaging Speech Therapy Activities for Kids
January 20th, 2024Helping your child learn how to communicate is one of the many joys of parenthood. From the thrill of hearing “mama” or “dada” for the first time to talking with your child after their first day of school, communication is one way we bond with our kids. But some children need a little extra help
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
A Holistic Approach to Addressing Your Child’s ADHD and Motor Issues
August 10th, 2023Is your child having attention issues? Are these issues affecting how they play on the playground? A physical therapist can provide guidance and treatment to assist your child. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) defines Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) as “inattention, e.g., difficulty holding attention, trouble organizing tasks, or easily distracted, and hyperactivity/impulsivity, e.g., excessive
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
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