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Starting school is a big milestone, and ensuring your child has the right skills can set them up for success.  At AIM Therapy for Children, our multidisciplinary team supports children in building the confidence, communication, and motor skills they need…

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) represents an essential component in the therapeutic and educational strategies for children with speech and language delays and impairments. By offering a range of communication methods, including Key Word Sign, picture boards, visual schedules and…

Plagiocephaly, commonly known as Flat Head Syndrome, refers to the condition where an infant’s head develops a flat spot or becomes misshapen due to prolonged pressure on one area. This phenomenon often occurs during the first few months of life…

Developmental Hip Dysplasia (DDH)  occurs when the hip joint fails to form properly which can hinder proper ongoing development and function. While commonly associated with infants, it can persist into childhood, and adulthood impacting on mobility and overall well-being. Early…

Gross motor skills, the fundamental abilities to control and coordinate large muscle groups for activities like walking, running, jumping, and throwing, are crucial for a child’s physical development. When children face difficulties in acquiring these skills, it can impact their…

Developmental delay in children can significantly impact their overall growth and hinder their ability to reach key developmental milestones. However, with the help of dedicated physiotherapists, children with developmental delay can receive tailored interventions that promote their physical and cognitive…

Recognising the signs and symptoms of torticollis, such as a tilted or twisted neck position, limited range of motion, and difficulty turning the head, is crucial. In this article, we explore the numerous benefits of physiotherapy as an effective intervention…

Improving your child’s handwriting skills has significant benefits. It enhances their ability to express themselves effectively on paper, allowing their thoughts and ideas to flow more smoothly. By focusing on handwriting, children develop a valuable tool for self-expression that can…

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is impacting individuals directly and indirectly. There are many challenges beyond sickness that children are facing for example; change in routines, breaks in learning, missing life events and; loss of security. Tools to support your kids’ wellbeing…

Paediatric physiotherapists can help you and your children with a variety of concerns. Your child does not need to have a pre-existing diagnosis to see a physiotherapist, but if they do, please let us know. We are knowledgeable about the…

So your child has an appointment with a new therapist; how do you explain to your child what this means for them? Where To Start Firstly, we must ensure that the information is delivered in an age-appropriate manner so that we…

Tips to Encourage Language Development in Young Children Learning to talk is an incredible feat that children achieve in just a few years. However most of us just assume our children will begin talking, so it can be an easily…

Many parents ask the question “How do I know if my child needs Speech Therapy?”. This question is common for a lot of parents, especially those who are new parents. Thoughts such as “Why isn’t my one-year old babbling yet?”…

Your grandchild just received a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The chances are that the diagnosis confirms your “gut feeling”, or maybe even “nagging feeling”, that you have had about your grandchild. What is interesting is that a 2017…

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder which affects engagement and participation in everyday life. Occupational therapy is a pivotal service for increasing participation in  “occupations” such as activities of daily living, play and social participation. Occupational therapy…

Some children need more help in managing their emotions than others. Behaviours such as crying, tantrums or complete meltdowns come from emotions and thoughts that have gone too far. Research suggests that there is a direct relationship between our overall…