pediatric
Physical Therapy
Pediatric Physical Therapy helps infants, children, and adolescents develop, improve, and restore physical abilities related to movement, balance, strength, and coordination. It plays a crucial role in addressing developmental, congenital, or acquired conditions that affect a child’s ability to move and function effectively in their daily life. Pediatric physical therapists are specially trained to assess the unique needs of children and create personalized treatment plans. They work closely with families, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the child’s growth and mobility.
Common conditions include:
Developmental Assistance
Mobility Enhancement
Strength and Flexibility
Coordination and Balance
Pain Management
Prevention of Future Issues
Developmental Assistance
Mobility Enhancement
Strength and Flexibility
Coordination and Balance
Pain Management
Prevention of Future Issues
pediatric mission statement
At Heart and Sole Therapy, our mission is to empower children and their families by providing comprehensive, compassionate, and individualized pediatric therapy services with a collaborative team based approach. Through Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, we aim to foster each child’s unique strengths, promote
functional independence, and support their developmental journey. We strive to enhance the quality of life of each child we serve through collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based practices, ensuring they can reach their full potential.
Early Identification and Intervention
Pediatric therapists often identify developmental delays or challenges early on, which can lead to early intervention. This is critical because addressing issues at a young age can prevent more significant difficulties later in life. The earlier a child receives therapy, the more likely they are to achieve optimal outcomes.
PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT
what does an assessment
for a child look like?
Our number one goal is to make your child feel safe and to have fun!
Interview the child and the caregiver to gain a better understanding about the child’s current condition, past medical history, and previous treatments.
Physical Evaluation. This includes a comprehensive whole body assessment that looks at your child’s posture, strength, mobility, and a complete pelvic floor muscle assessment. All assessments are completed externally. Surface EMG biofeedback may be performed.
Interventions. Pelvic floor muscle exercises, education for the child and caregiver, behavioral modifications, manual therapy techniques, biofeedback training, and home exercise program. The therapist will work closely with your child’s healthcare providers and will refer to other specialists if additional support is warranted.
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we’re here to answer
your questions
If these do not answer your question to your satisfactory or if you have any more questions please do not hesitate to call 406.702.2779
At Heart & Sole Therapy we accept all major insurances including but not limited to:
Medicaid
Medicare
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Pacific Source
Allegiance
United Healthcare/Optum
Tricare
Please do not hesitate to call, we would be happy to answer any concerns you may have.
No! Montana is a direct access state meaning you are able to be seen without a physician referral. However, if you are wanting to utilize your insurance, most insurances
require a physician’s referral.
We accept all major insurances but if we are not in network with your insurance, we offer discounted self pay packages.
For quotes or package questions please reach out to our team to assist you.
How you/your child spends time in therapy varies by visit, but here is a general structure most appointments follow.
If you answer yes to any of the following questions, we should talk. While these issues can be common it does not mean you have to live with them.
Do you leak urine or stool when coughing, sneezing, or during exercise?
Does your bladder have the “gotta go” feeling resulting in leakage or going to the bathroom several times a day?
Do you experience pain with intercourse?
Do you feel pressure in your vagina that worsens after prolonged standing or during exercise?
Do you have ongoing vaginal pain, pelvic pain, abdominal pain or hip pain?
Are you currently pregnant and having low back pain or pubic pain?
Are you frustrated and feel like no one really hears you when you discuss your symptoms?
Does your child struggle with constipation, difficulty peeing, and have reoccurring accidents?
Family Support and Education
Pediatric therapy provides valuable guidance and education for parents and caregivers. Our therapists teach families how to support their child’s development at home, offering strategies to manage challenges and encourage progress.
A team collaboration with your child at the center fosters a more holistic approach to your child’s growth, creating a strong support system.
our pediatric services
Every Child Matters
From our office staff to our therapists, each person works diligently at meeting the patient and their family’s needs. At Heart and Sole, our therapists are continually challenged to be at the forefront of treatments to provide the best possible care. Our goal is for you and your child to leave our clinic with a memorable and enjoyable experience. We will do everything we can to make you feel right at home.
Hippotherapy
coming soon...
The term “hippotherapy” is derived from the Greek word “hippos,” which means horse. While it may sound like a recreational activity, it is, in fact, a specialized intervention conducted by trained physical therapists, occupational therapists, or speech-language pathologists, who incorporate the movement of the horse into their treatment plans.
