Are you looking for a pediatric physiotherapist in Hilversum?

You canĀ contactĀ MoveWellĀ for pediatricĀ physiotherapy!

PediatricĀ physiotherapyĀ isĀ aĀ specialtyĀ withinĀ physiotherapy.Ā We areĀ proudĀ toĀ sayĀ that we haveĀ createdĀ aĀ cosy,Ā educational, cheerful environment where yourĀ childĀ will come backĀ smiling.Ā If youĀ haveĀ anyĀ questionsĀ orĀ requestĀ additionalĀ information, please do not hesitate toĀ contactĀ us.

What does a pediatric physiotherapist do?

The pediatric physiotherapist works inĀ conjunctionĀ with other disciplines toĀ drawĀ up a treatment plan.Ā ForĀ example, inĀ collaborationĀ with general practitioners, consultation bureaus, sports associations andĀ teachers.

MoveWellĀ keeps up toĀ dateĀ with the most recent information andĀ developmentsĀ in pediatric physiotherapy and has invested in applicable knowledge andĀ equipment.

Is pediatric physiotherapy insured?

Pediatric physiotherapy is insured with anyĀ basicĀ health insurance for up to 18Ā treatmentsĀ andĀ may not be deducted as your own risk.Ā InĀ additionĀ toĀ dealing with the motor development ofĀ youngĀ childrenĀ with or without a chronic condition, the pediatric physiotherapistĀ alsoĀ treatsĀ sports-related complaints.

When should my child consult a pediatric physiotherapist?

FromĀ birth, aĀ childĀ hasĀ to develop itself inĀ numerousĀ areas.Ā MostĀ childrenĀ developĀ withĀ normalĀ motorĀ development, but in someĀ childrenĀ there might be delayed or abnormalĀ development.Ā This can beĀ dueĀ to aĀ disorderĀ of theĀ senses,Ā organs,Ā nervous system,Ā postureĀ and musculoskeletalĀ system.Ā As aĀ result,Ā childrenĀ can lack motorĀ developmentĀ and experience.

TheseĀ childrenĀ needĀ guidanceĀ toĀ masterĀ certainĀ skills.Ā A pediatricĀ physiotherapistĀ playsĀ anĀ importantĀ role in guiding thisĀ development.Ā TheĀ functionĀ of theĀ physiotherapistĀ isĀ characterizedĀ by a development-related and age-appropriate approach andĀ guidanceĀ of theĀ childĀ and theĀ parents.Ā The pediatricĀ physiotherapistĀ works in a child-friendly environment with playful materials.Ā The treatments vary widely, and theĀ treatment plans are unique.Ā The pediatric physiotherapist works at theĀ practiceĀ anĀ ifĀ needed, couldĀ alsoĀ doĀ home-basedĀ treatments.Ā For moreĀ informationĀ about ourĀ children’s physiotherapy,Ā visitĀ www.kinderfysiotherapiehilversum.nl

Are you curious about pediatric physiotherapy?

If you are still uncertain whether pediatric physiotherapy isĀ indicatedĀ for yourĀ child, please contact us and we willĀ provideĀ you withĀ additionalĀ information.Ā Further down we provide a list of examples of pediatric physiotherapeutic indications.

Pediatric physiotherapy (0-2 years)
  • Preferred Position
  • Flattening of the skull
  • Overstretching or being very weak
  • Crying a lot / restless baby
  • Do not roll, crawl or run loose
  • Premature birth (premature)
  • Chronic conditions
  • Falling down
  • Different walking pattern: for example walking with toes or feet inwards
Pediatric Physiotherapy (2-12 jaar) - Gross motor
  • Difficulty with hopping
  • A lot of falling or tripping
  • Uncertainty, not playing with children or toys in the square
  • Afraid to move, for example when climbing or during ball games
  • Difficulty catching a ball
  • Slowly dressing and undressing
  • pain, e.g. ankle and/or knee
  • Tired quickly
  • Fear of movement or fear of heights e.g. at the climbing frame
  • Distinctive walking or running pattern, such as toe-walking or the feet and/or knees inward
  • Incorrect posture
Pediatric physiotherapy(2-12 jaar) - Fine motor
  • Incorrect pen grip when handling pencil, marker or pen
  • Writing illegibly or writing too fast/slowly
  • Difficulty cutting/pricking/folding or other specific children’s activities
  • Difficulty coloring within the lines and drawing figures
  • Improper work pace (too fast or too slow)
  • Difficulty making a (action) plan
  • Clumsiness (rough movement)
Pediatric Physiotherapy for teenagers (12-18 years)
  • (recurring) Sports injuries
  • Orthopedic conditions
  • Build up condition/strength in case of fatigue or other (chronic) conditions
  • Pain complaints
  • Incorrect posture
  • Abnormal walking and/or running pattern
  • Tension Complaints
  • Overweight

Who is our pediatric physiotherapist?

Simon Oosterhoff

Physiotherapist, pediatric physiotherapist

Pediatric physiotherapy in Hilversum

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