We have been using a relatively new technology called the Turtlebrace to help provide serial casting or splinting to our patients. But what is serial casting and how does the Turtlebrace compare to traditional casting? Serial casting is often used for conditions such as tip toe walking, calf muscle contractions, and foot abnormalities (such as …
Over the past couple of years there are increasing numbers of children who are coming to receive treatment for back and neck pain. The cause? Generally increased screen time, poor posture and less physical activity. So is screen time, iPad time, computer time all bad for your kids? The future is going to become increasingly …
Everyone raves about tummy time and how important it is. I get asked all the time how early to start and is it really all that important? The answers – start straight away (it is never too early) and yes, it is very important for your child’s development. Whilst many babies do not enjoy tummy …
To first understand what low muscle tone means, let’s start by defining muscle tone. Muscle tone is the amount of tension, stiffness or resistance in a muscle at baseline or relative rest. A ‘normal’ amount of muscle tone means that when a child is relaxed and you passively move their joints, there should be a …
Did you know that your core is not just made up of your abdominals? Your core is best described as a ‘can’. You have the diaphragm (the top of the can), the pelvic floor (at the bottom) and the abdominals/back muscles which make up the sides of the can and encompass it. These altogether make up your core. This is the same in adults …
We’ve all seen our kids come up on to their toes when walking – whether it be excitement, running or jumping for joy. But, how do you know if it is becoming a bad habit or doing them harm? When you notice your child walking during normal gait up on their toes, then they might …
Do you ever look at your baby’s head and wonder if it is flat at the back or a bit flat on one side? Have you noticed your baby has a favourite side they prefer to look and sleep on? This could be causing your baby’s head shape to flatten on one side or at …