Paediatric Physio Adelaide
Moving Kids Physio are dedicated Paediatric Physios - we only work with kids! We offer physio intervention targeted at helping children with physical disabilities in a variety of environments depending on the goals identified between the physiotherapist and the family.
A core focus of ours is to make all our physio sessions FUN (whilst also being effective!). Your kids put in so much effort during their physio sessions, so making the sessions fun and enjoyable whilst also working towards goals means they can look forward to sessions and enjoy them!
Book an AppointmentOur Paediatric Physio Services
Our experienced Physio Team can offer the following services:
- Initial assessments to determine what intervention is best suited for your child
- Early intervention to work on gross motor milestones and infant development
- Goal setting with both the child and family
- Fun and individualised physiotherapy sessions and home programs
- Ongoing management and support for children with physical disabilities including but not limited to cerebral palsy, neuromuscular conditions and genetic or chromosomal conditions such as down syndrome.
- Assessment and prescription of complex mobility equipment and orthotic management
- Manual handling advice as well as transfer and positioning care plans.
- Gait training with the use of the LiteGait and Treadmill training.
- Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI)
TREATMENT TYPES
All of our paediatric physios are trained to assess each child's current functioning level and create individualised plans to help your child reach their maximum potential. Different conditions and abilities require different approaches and different services, and we're proud to be able to offer a wide range of paediatric physio services to help your child work towards their goals, including:
- Developmental Physiotherapy
- LiteGait - Gait training
- Intensive Physio Programs
- Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI)
- Hydrotherapy
- Equipment prescription: Advice, recommendation and prescription of footwear, orthotics, and mobility equipment
Some of these options are only available on location at our Physio Clinic, but feel free to get in touch to discuss which of our services may be best suited for your child.
TREATMENT LOCATIONS
We will work with you to determine the most effective setting for you and you child as the setting can play a big part in getting the most out of our sessions. We are able to offer the following location options:
- Our Goodwood Clinic
- At your home
- Parks and other public places (weather depending)
- Child Care/Educational settings pending approval and access from the provider
- Telehealth where appropriate
We are able to alternate locations/settings as required also. Please get in touch to discuss which setting would be the best option for your child.
TREATMENT FREQUENCY
Following a thorough initial assessment and discussion with you and/or your child regarding their goals, we will recommend an appropriate frequency of intervention for your child. The frequency of sessions will generally vary depending on a wide range of factors including:
- Your child's goals - Some children require and benefit from regular and ongoing weekly appointments, whereas others require a light touch approach with less frequent sessions
- Other commitments - Physio often forms part of a multi-disciplinary approach to your child’s rehabilitation, so other allied health and medical appointments and commitments such as school often dictate availability for intervention
- Our Availability - we often have openings for certain days or locations, but this can vary depending on our current waitlist
Please get in touch to discuss your child's physio needs or to discuss possible appointment times and openings
Do I need a referral?
A referral from a doctor or health professional is welcomed, but not necessary.
Tell me your child's needs by phone or email and we can decide on the best plan for you and your child.
Our Fees and rebates
Sessions, travel and reporting are charged based on time rather than type of session.
| Physiotherapy consult | $224 per hour |
|---|---|
| Equipment prescription | $224 per hour |
| Written reports | $224 per hour |
| Aquatic therapy | $112 per 30 minute session |
Cancellation
24 hours notice is required for a cancellation.
Private Health Insurance rebates
Your private health insurance may entitle you to a rebate for Physiotherapy services. Contact your insurer for more information.
Medicare rebates
Your GP may write an 'Enhanced Primary Care Plan' for your child which includes Physiotherapy. This will attract a rebate from medicare.
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Moving Bodies Physiotherapy will gladly see NDIS clients if you are self-managed or plan managed. We do not provide services to Agency Funds Managed clients. Please let us know if you have an NDIS plan.