The Best Toys for Pediatric Physical Therapy
Children of all ages and stages can be referred to physical therapy. Pediatric physical therapists can treat everything from gross motor...
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- Mar 10
- 4 min
Top 4 Hockey Injuries & Ways You Can Avoid Them
Between quick shots, fast-paced skating, and adrenaline-inducing plays, hockey is a sport that excites players and fans alike.
- Mar 2
- 2 min
How Physical Therapy Helped Him Overcome a Sports Injury He’d Been Wrestling With
Jaden is a high school senior who plays football and competes on his school’s wrestling team. After wrestling for all four years of high...
- Jan 27
- 2 min
What is the Female Athlete Triad?
Female Athlete Triad is a condition with 3 components - low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and diminished bone mineral density.
- Jan 27
- 3 min
From Reaching Goals in the Clinic to Scoring Goals on the Field
After a softball injury, Jessie was left unsure if she’d be able to participate in her senior soccer season.
- Jan 13
- 3 min
Top 5 Exercises for Torticollis
PT is the primary treatment for torticollis as pediatric PTs are trained to facilitate stretching and strengthening
- Dec 12, 2022
- 2 min
How Aquatic Therapy Can Benefit Your Child
Did you know we can incorporate aquatic therapy into your child's physical therapy treatment plan all year long?
- Dec 1, 2022
- 1 min
December Care to Wear - Toys For Tots
The ‘Care to Wear’ beneficiary for December is Toys for Tots! The Performance Physical Therapy team dressed down on Fridays throughout...
- Nov 23, 2022
- 3 min
The Physical Therapist’s Gift Giving Guide For Children
The season for gift-giving is finally here! With what feels like endless options for children's gifts, it can feel overwhelming to decide...
- Nov 1, 2022
- 1 min
November Care to Wear- Movember
The ‘Care to Wear’ beneficiary for November is Movember! The Performance Physical Therapy team will dress down Fridays this month to...
- Oct 21, 2022
- 4 min
Physical Therapy Fit for a Runner: Monika’s Success Story
When you’re injured or experiencing pain, you want to know that the physical therapist treating you is an expert in your issue.
- Oct 20, 2022
- 2 min
Pediatric Physical Therapy 101: What You Should Know
You are sitting with your 18-month-old at the pediatrician's office and expressing concern that they aren't walking on their own yet. The...
- Oct 19, 2022
- 3 min
8 Physical Therapy-Inspired Halloween Costumes
We're here to help you with the most creative, fun, and physical therapy-inspired costumes that are guaranteed a laugh this year!
- Oct 3, 2022
- 4 min
5 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Job in Physical Therapy
Wondering what a career in physical therapy looks like? Learn more about becoming a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.
- Oct 1, 2022
- 1 min
October Care To Wear - Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England
Performance Physical Therapy dressed down on Fridays in October to raise awareness and funds for the Ronald McDonald House Charities.
- Sep 26, 2022
- 2 min
Your Child vs. Their Backpack
How can you help your child if they're complaining that their back hurts when they walk home from school?
- Sep 13, 2022
- 4 min
What To Expect When You're Returning To Running After Having a Baby
Did you know over 60 million people run for exercise each year and over 60% of them are women?
- Sep 1, 2022
- 1 min
September Care To Wear - Full Swing Golf RI
The Performance Physical Therapy team is dressing down on Fridays in September to raise awareness and funds for Full Swing Golf RI.
- Aug 19, 2022
- 2 min
5 Ways To Try Purposeful Play at the Beach
With kids home from school and the nice summer weather finally here, the beach is a great spot to work on skills while allowing your child t
- Aug 1, 2022
- 1 min
August Care To Wear - Special Olympics Rhode Island
The Performance Physical Therapy team is dressing down on Fridays in August to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics Rhode...
- Jul 15, 2022
- 3 min
Everything You Need To Know About Orthotics For Children
When it is recommended that your child needs orthotics, it can be a very overwhelming process full of confusing acronyms, trial and...
- Jul 13, 2022
- 5 min
Do You Still Believe These 3 Physical Therapy Myths?
In 2020, we tackled the top 5 myths we hear about physical therapy. These misconceptions often prevent patients from getting the care...
- Jul 11, 2022
- 4 min
Can My Eating Habits Impact My Success In Physical Therapy?
When you come to physical therapy to recover or manage pain, you expect to learn about movement. You know your PT might teach you how to...
- Jul 1, 2022
- 1 min
July Care To Wear - Ocean State Cancer Crushers
Our team at Performance Physical Therapy is dressing down on Fridays in July to raise awareness and funds for the Ocean State Cancer...