Sajid Hussain PT,DPT

24/01/2026

Ever wondered why some kids shy away from swings, slides or noisy playgrounds? It could stem from sensory sensitivities to loud sounds, fast movements or heights, challenges with balance and coordination that make them feel unsteady or dizzy or past falls and scary moments that linger. As a physiotherapist, we help through guided, gradual activities to build confidence, addressing sensory and motor challenges so children can feel safe and truly enjoy playtime.

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22/01/2026

Pediatric physiotherapy is not only about exercises; it is about guiding children toward healthy, confident movement through understanding and play.

Many parents ask whether baby walkers help children walk earlier. In reality, walkers can interfere with natural muscle strengthening and balance development, sometimes delaying proper walking patterns. Floor play, supported standing and parent-assisted walking allow children to build strength, coordination and confidence in a safer and more effective way.

For children with autism and sensory processing challenges, purposeful movement plays a vital role. Activities such as swinging, deep pressure input, balance tasks and obstacle courses help regulate the nervous system, improve body awareness and support emotional regulation, all while keeping therapy enjoyable and meaningful.

Movement is equally important for children with ADHD. Structured physical activities, balance games and coordination-based play help improve focus, self-control and attention. Movement is not a distraction it is a powerful therapeutic tool that supports learning and behavior.

Every child develops at their own pace. With early guidance and the right movement strategies, therapy becomes a positive part of daily life and builds strong foundations for the future.

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20/01/2026

19/01/2026

Tethered cord syndrome is a condition in which the spinal cord is abnormally attached to surrounding tissues, limiting its ability to move freely as a child grows. This constant stretch on the spinal cord can gradually affect nerve function, leading to symptoms such as back or leg pain that worsens with activity, weakness in the legs, changes in walking pattern, balance difficulties, sensory changes like numbness or tingling, foot deformities, scoliosis and in some cases bladder or bowel control issues. These signs may appear subtly and often become more noticeable as the child grows taller and more active.

Physiotherapy plays an essential role in supporting children with tethered cord syndrome, both before and after medical or surgical management. The main focus is to optimize functional abilities, maintain mobility and prevent secondary complications. Through gentle stretching and range of motion exercises, physiotherapy helps maintain joint flexibility and reduce stiffness. Strengthening of the legs, trunk, and core improves postural control, balance and overall stability, which are vital for safe movement and participation in daily activities.

Gait and mobility training is particularly important, as many children experience changes in walking patterns. Physiotherapists work on balance, coordination and posture and when needed, assess and guide the use of mobility aids to promote safe and efficient movement. Just as important is parent and child education, which includes guidance on daily activities, safe movement strategies, energy conservation and recognizing signs that may require medical review.

With early identification and consistent physiotherapy intervention, children with tethered cord syndrome can improve their functional independence, confidence and quality of life, allowing them to participate more fully in play, school and everyday activities.

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18/01/2026

Visual perception is how a child’s brain understands and gives meaning to what the eyes see. It is not just about having clear eyesight, but about how visual information is processed, organized and used to guide movement, learning and daily activities. Strong visual perception skills are essential for a child’s motor development, academic performance and independence.

Children rely on visual memory to remember shapes, objects, letters and places, supporting learning, handwriting and daily routines. Visual discrimination helps them notice differences in size, shape, and color, which is important for reading, matching and organizing tasks. Visual sequential memory allows children to recall information in the correct order, supporting spelling, copying and following multi-step instructions. Visual spatial relations help children understand where their body and objects are in space, directly influencing balance, coordination and safe movement. Visual attention supports focus and task completion, while visual closure helps children recognize incomplete information. Figure ground skills allow children to find what they need in busy environments and form constancy helps them recognize objects even when they look different.

From a pediatric physiotherapy perspective, visual perception is closely connected to posture, balance, motor planning and hand-eye coordination. When these skills are delayed, children may appear clumsy, struggle with sports, have difficulty with writing or avoid movement-based activities. Through play-based therapy, movement exploration, balance challenges and visual-motor integration activities, physiotherapy helps strengthen these skills and supports a child’s confidence and independence.

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16/01/2026

14/01/2026

The Test of Gross Motor Development (TGMD) is a standardized assessment used to evaluate fundamental gross motor skills in children. It focuses on the quality of movement rather than strength or endurance, allowing therapists to accurately understand a child’s motor development level.

👉 Age Group.
TGMD is designed for children aged 3 to 10 years (TGMD-2) and 3 to 11 years in the latest version (TGMD-3).

👉 TGMD is divided into two main components. The first is locomotor skills, which include running, galloping, hopping, horizontal jumping, skipping and sliding.
👉 The second component is ball or object control skills, such as kicking, catching, dribbling, striking and overhand and underhand throwing.

Each skill has specific performance criteria. The child is given two trials for every skill. For each criterion, a score of 1 is awarded if the movement is performed correctly and 0 if it is not performed. The scores for all locomotor skills are added to obtain the Locomotor Raw Score and the scores for all ball skills are added to obtain the Ball Skills Raw Score.

The Total TGMD Score is calculated by adding the Locomotor Raw Score and the Ball Skills Raw Score. This total score reflects the child’s overall gross motor skill performance.

The raw scores are then converted into standard scores, percentile ranks and age-equivalent scores using age-based norms. This helps determine whether the child’s gross motor development is below average, average or above average for their age.

TGMD is widely used in pediatric physiotherapy, occupational therapy, physical education and research. It is particularly helpful for identifying motor delays, planning individualized intervention programs, and objectively tracking progress over time.

Overall, TGMD provides a reliable, child-friendly and evidence-based approach to assessing gross motor development and supporting children in building strong foundations for movement, confidence and active participation in daily life.

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12/01/2026

ChildDevelopment

10/01/2026

Gross motor skills are the foundation of a child’s physical development and play a vital role during the preschool years. At this stage, children learn to control their body through movement, balance and coordination, which supports confidence, independence and readiness for school activities. Skills such as running, skipping, jumping, hopping on one foot and climbing stairs help strengthen muscles, improve postural control and enhance overall endurance. Activities like throwing and kicking a ball, riding a tricycle, walking on a straight line and crawling through tunnels further develop coordination, bilateral integration and motor planning.

From a physiotherapy perspective, these movements are not just play; they are essential therapeutic tools that promote balance reactions, core stability and sensory integration. Engaging children in fun, age-appropriate physical activities supports healthy motor milestones, prevents future movement difficulties and encourages an active lifestyle. Early support and guidance can make a meaningful difference in building strong movement foundations for lifelong physical health.

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09/01/2026

08/01/2026

Gross motor play is a powerful tool in pediatric physiotherapy to support a child’s overall physical development. Activities that involve jumping, climbing, crawling, balancing and crashing help strengthen large muscle groups, improve coordination and build postural control. These movements also enhance balance reactions, body awareness, motor planning and endurance, which are essential for daily functional skills such as walking, running, climbing stairs and participating confidently in play.

Using movement-based play keeps children motivated while naturally supporting core strength, bilateral coordination and sensory integration. For children with developmental delays, low muscle tone, sensory processing challenges or neurological conditions, these activities can be adapted therapeutically to meet individual goals while still feeling fun and engaging. When children move their bodies through purposeful play, they are not just playing they are building the foundations for independence, confidence and lifelong physical health.

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07/01/2026

Hand grasp development is a key part of a child’s fine motor growth and plays an essential role in independence, play and school readiness. Early grasps such as palmar and raking grasps appear in infancy and help babies explore objects and develop basic hand strength. As hand control improves, children begin to use more refined patterns like radial palmar and radial digital grasp, showing better thumb involvement and coordination.

With further neuromuscular maturation, precision grasps emerge. These include pincer, neat pincer, three-jaw chuck, and lateral pinch, which are crucial for tasks such as picking up small objects, feeding, buttoning, and early writing skills. These movements require good finger isolation, thumb stability, and sensory feedback.

Power grasps develop alongside precision skills and allow children to hold and manipulate larger objects. Cylindrical, spherical and hook grasps support activities like holding a bottle, catching a ball, carrying a bag or climbing. Strong and well-coordinated power grasps provide the foundation for endurance and functional strength in daily activities.

In pediatric physiotherapy, supporting age-appropriate grasp development helps improve hand function, coordination and overall participation in daily life. Through play-based activities and task-specific training, children can build the skills needed for independence and confidence in their movements.

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