Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy Mechanical diagnosis and therapy (MDT) is an internationally recognized method of assessing and treating patients with spinal andextremity disorders. This patient centered approach emphasizes on self-management and prevention of the condition based on clinicalpresentation rather than anatomical impairments. There are 4 steps involved in the MDT or McKenzie method:1. Assessment- Thorough …
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Physiotherapy Treatment for Autism
Physiotherapy Treatment for Autism Our Physiotherapist Mr Yasir Arafat Khan , will work with children with autism of all ages and onsets to facilitate development. Children with autism have a neuro-developmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction and communication skills. Early diagnosis is essential to provide intervention needed for long-term improvement. Individualized exercise programs may …
Physiotherapy Treatment for Neuro-muscular Disorder
Physiotherapy Treatment for Neuro-muscular Disorder For children diagnosed with cerebral palsy, our Physiotherapy sessions concentrate on improving coordination of their movement, decrease muscle pain, spasticity, prevent rigidity, maintain flexibility, support and stabilize joints, and improve respiration. The various types of cerebral palsy impact the development and voluntary control of their movement and posture. Motor impairments …
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Physiotherapy Treatment for Down syndrome
Physiotherapy Treatment for Down syndrome The goal of physical therapy for children with Down syndrome is to correct harmful movement patterns while increasing the child’s ability to function and move. Down syndrome characteristics may include developmental delays, poor posture, lax joints, scoliosis, and decreased muscle tone and strength. Our Physiotherapist work to improve the child’s …
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Physiotherapy Treatment for Developmental Delay
Physiotherapy Treatment for Developmental Delay Developmental delay occurs when a child has not reached milestones by the expected time period. Delay can occur in one or more areas – for example, gross or fine motor, language, social, or thinking skills. Developmental delay can have many different causes, such as genetic (i.e. down syndrome) or complications …
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