Pediatric Rehabilitation
Care and compassion for children with special needs

Pediatric RehabilitationAt Southwest General, our pediatric rehabilitation program reflects our commitment to providing comprehensive services with care and compassion to address the special needs of children of all ages in the communities we serve. We work to help each child experience the joys of childhood and achieve the brightest future possible.

Specialized Care Focused on a Childrsquos Needs and Abilities
Our Pediatric Rehabilitation therapists work together with each childrsquos family to coordinate services that meet the childrsquos individual needs. Our goal is to maximizer the benefits children receive during the time they spend with us so that they can achieve the best possible outcomes.

Skilled Rehabilitation to Treat a Broad Range of Conditions
We provide treatment for a broad range of conditions. Areas of specialization include but are not limited to:

Developmental delays/disabilities
Cerebral palsy
Speech/language disorders
Oral motor/feeding problems
Sensory integration/sensory motor impairments
Orthopedic disabilities
Head trauma
Spina bifida
Fine motor/handwriting problems
Autism/PDD
Torticollis
Metabolic disorders
Treatment Methods and Services
Pediatric Rehabilitation therapists use a variety of treatment methods including:

Speech and Language Therapy – Comprehensive services for a variety of communication disorders, including delayed speech or language, voice problems and stuttering. Also addresses swallowing problems resulting from neurologic impairment or developmental delays.
Occupational Therapy – Develops range of motion, strength, coordination, play and self-care skills needed to face daily challenges with confidence and success. Focuses on therapeutic activities and adaptation of the environment to help each child reach his or her potential.
Physical Therapy – Addresses issues interfering with the development of functional movement patterns. These issues may be orthopedic in nature, involve balance and coordination issues or stem from a neurological impairment. Helps children gain motor skills, control, and strength to access and be safe in their environment.

Following an evaluation, the therapist may also recommend treatment methods such as:

Neurodevelopmental therapy
Crainio-sacral therapy
Myofascial release
Sensory integration
Aquatic therapy
Wheelchair assessment
Orthotic assessment
LiteGait Jr. training