Pediatric Physical Therapy in Portland
Pediatric physical therapy in Portland that helps your child build strength, coordination, and confidence in their movement, delivered with patience and a whole lot of play.
What is pediatric physical therapy?
Pediatric physical therapy applies the same evidence-based principles as adult care, adapted entirely to a child's growing body and their world of play. A Doctor of Physical Therapy trained in pediatric care evaluates how your child moves, rolls, crawls, walks, or runs, and compares that against the milestones expected for their age. From there, we build a plan that meets your child exactly where they are, whether that means easing a tight neck from torticollis, building the core strength behind a delayed milestone, or correcting a walking pattern like toe walking or in-toeing. Every session is designed to look and feel like play, because that is how children actually engage and improve. Hidden inside the games are real, purposeful exercises targeting strength, coordination, and motor planning. We also work closely with parents and caregivers at every visit, because the practice that happens at home between sessions is what turns clinic time into lasting progress.
Pediatric development moves fast, and small delays or asymmetries are far easier to address early than after they become an established pattern. Whether your child was referred by a pediatrician or you have simply noticed something that does not look quite right, an evaluation gives you clear answers and, when needed, a plan built around your child's stage of growth.
Who it's for.
Pediatric physical therapy is for any child whose movement, coordination, or development could use extra support, from infancy through the school years.
Infants with torticollis or a flat spot
A tight neck muscle or a preferred head position can lead to torticollis and flattening on one side of the skull. We use gentle, play-based stretching and positioning strategies that correct the pattern while your baby is still young and flexible enough for quick change.
Toddlers and children with delayed motor milestones
If rolling, crawling, standing, or walking is arriving later than expected, we identify exactly what strength or coordination piece is missing and build a plan, disguised as play, that closes the gap.
Kids with an unusual walking pattern
Toe walking, in-toeing, or a noticeably clumsy gait often has a correctable cause. We assess the mechanics behind it and guide your child toward a stronger, more typical walking pattern through targeted, kid-friendly exercise.
What to expect in a session.
Every pediatric session is built around your child's age and comfort level, with parents and caregivers involved every step of the way.
Play-based evaluation
We observe how your child moves through games and simple tasks suited to their age, checking strength, coordination, and movement patterns without ever making it feel like a test.
Individualized, play-based treatment
Every exercise is built into a game your child actually wants to do, whether that is an obstacle course, a balance challenge, or simple floor play, all aimed at the specific skill we are building.
Parent and caregiver coaching
You leave every visit with simple, practical ways to support your child's progress at home, because consistent practice between sessions is what makes the biggest difference.
Bring a favorite toy or comfort item to help your child feel at ease, and dress them in clothing that allows for easy, unrestricted movement during play-based exercises.
Highly recommend! Welcoming and efficient front desk staff made it easy to do intake, and my physical therapist Bijay is fantastic. Beyond being great at his job, Bijay also has excellent bedside manner. He takes the time to translate everything clearly so I always understood my treatment plan.
Where to go next.
Physical Therapy
Real, one-on-one care that treats the cause of your pain and gets you back to moving.
Balance and Gait Therapy
Coordination and walking pattern training that helps kids and adults alike move with confidence.
Sports Medicine
For young athletes, sport-specific care that treats the injury and prepares them for a confident return.
Ready when you are.
Saturday - Sunday: Closed