Physiotherapists provide a service for children with injuries or special needs, so that they have the optimal physical environment to be fully integrated into their educational settings.  Orthopaedic Physiotherapists mainly address the musculo-skeletal side of a child's needs.

What problems Orthopaedic Physiotherapists can address

                         * Growing pains
                         * Sports Injuries
                         * Whiplash Associated Injuries
                         * Muscles, Tendons & Ligament Injuries
                         * Postural Problems
                         * Post-op & Injury Rehabilitation
                         * Post-op & Injury Mobility Problems
                         * Poor Balance
                         * Muscle Imbalance

How Orthopaedic Physiotherapists Work In Educational Environments

The Orthopaedic Physiotherapist works with families, teachers, health and other professionals to develop integrated management strategies for identified students.

Management programs  include designing individual treatment programs, group work for students with similar needs, the prescription of specialised equipment, recommending environmental modifications and suggesting strategies and techniques to aid the return of normal skills and functions.

Referring a child to an Orthopaedic Physiotherapist

Your child can be referred for a physiotherapy assessment through your Nursery, School or College  Sister, Doctor or directly by the child's parent/guardian.

All are welcome to contact a physiotherapist to discuss the appropriateness of a referral.