On The Ball Pediatric Physio and Occupational Therapy

On The Ball Pediatric Physio and Occupational Therapy On The Ball Pediatric guides kids to their fullest potential. Let's reach new heights together!

Our Kanata & Orleans facilities were meticulously designed with your child in mind, creating sensory and mobility-friendly spaces that accommodate any equipment your child may need. From thrilling rock climbing walls to delightful swings and toys, we're all about putting the "fun" in functional! We are conveniently located in the Ottawa area, with two state-of-the-art facilities to serve you and your child. Our Services: On The Ball is your trusted pediatric therapy center, offering a wide range of services, including both traditional and innovative therapies. Our mission is simple: to help every child reach their full potential by providing personalized attention, coaching and assistance. Our Commitment: On The Ball is dedicated to delivering our community the highest standard of pediatric physiotherapy and occupational therapy services. As professionals, we take pride in going above and beyond to care for your child and your family. Join our community and stay updated on our journey to empower children to thrive. Your child's well-being is our top priority, and we can't wait to embark on this journey with you.

11/18/2025

Ever seen a penguin slip n’ slide in therapy? 🐧💦 It’s one of our favourite ways to sneak in sensory regulation, strength, and FUN, all at once!

We set this up by placing a parachute or sheet over a gymnastics wedge, creating the ultimate slide experience. Kids climb up, slide down like penguins, and crash into a big bean bag at the bottom for that oh-so-satisfying deep pressure input. 💪

This activity is amazing for:
✨ Vestibular input – building balance and body awareness through movement
✨ Proprioceptive input – providing calming, grounding “heavy work” through the crash landing
✨ Motor planning – sequencing steps like climb ➡️ slide ➡️ crash
✨ Executive functioning – adding turn-taking, impulsivity games, safety awareness, or following multi-step directions helps kids build self-control, flexible thinking, and regulation skills

We use this setup a lot in our group sessions because it’s high-energy, motivating, and builds essential sensory and self-regulation skills, all through play!

Want to see more playful therapy ideas like this? Follow our page and reach out to book an assessment today! 🌟

(613)-831-2377 (Kanata) | (613)-898-9585 (Orleans)
kanata@ontheball.ca | orleans@ontheball.ca
ontheball.ca

11/14/2025

POV: You caught us “working” 😉💫

Play isn’t just fun, it’s how kids build coordination, body awareness, and confidence. Around here, joy and purpose go hand-in-hand! 💙

Curious about pediatric OT and PT? Follow our page or contact us to book an assessment!

(613)-831-2377 (Kanata) | (613)-898-9585 (Orleans)
kanata@ontheball.ca | orleans@ontheball.ca
ontheball.ca

11/06/2025

🛏️✨ Pillows aren’t just for resting, in the clinic, they’re one of our most versatile therapy tools!

Here’s how we turn everyday items into meaningful movement, regulation, and strength-building activities 👇

🔹 Balance Pods
Standing or stepping on pillows challenges stability, activating core + ankle muscles for better balance and coordination.

🔹 Proprioceptive “Squishes”
Applying gentle pressure with pillows gives deep touch input that can help calm the nervous system and support body awareness.

🔹 Pillow Race
Kids drag themselves forward while sitting their knees on a pillow case, like an inchworm! This strengthens the core, improves endurance, and sneaks in some fun abdominal activation.

🔹 Vestibular Input Ride
Sitting on a pillow and being pulled along the floor provides movement through space, great for motor planning, vestibular processing, and just plain FUN.

✨ Sometimes the best therapy tools are already around us, it’s all about how we use them!

➡️ Follow for more creative pediatric therapy ideas, play-based strategies, and behind-the-scenes clinic fun!

✨ Neuro-affirming book spotlight! ✨ These stories celebrate difference, self-acceptance, and authentic communication, pe...
11/02/2025

✨ Neuro-affirming book spotlight! ✨

These stories celebrate difference, self-acceptance, and authentic communication, perfect for helping kids (and grown-ups!) see the beauty in every brain. 💛

📚 Too Sticky! by Jen Malia
📚 But We’re Not Lions by Karen Young
📚 A Day With No Words by Tiffany Hammond

You can find all of these books in our clinic library, feel free to flip through them during your next visit or ask us for a peek! 💬💙

🦴 October 19th was  Pediatric Bone & Joint Day!Let’s talk about your child’s bones and joints for a second, because they...
10/29/2025

🦴 October 19th was  Pediatric Bone & Joint Day!

Let’s talk about your child’s bones and joints for a second, because they do so much more than just help kids move. 💪

Healthy bones and joints give your child the foundation for playing, running, sitting upright in class, writing, climbing, and doing all the things they love. When there’s pain, stiffness, or weakness, it can make everyday movement feel hard, and that can affect confidence, coordination, and participation.

That’s where physiotherapy and occupational therapy come in.
💚 Our PTs focus on strength, balance, posture and managing pain, helping kids move freely and comfortably.
💚 Our OTs help kids use those strong bodies for play, school, and daily routines, while teaching strategies to protect joints and reduce pain.
Together, they help kids move with comfort, confidence, and joy. 🌟

💬 Want to support your childs bone and joint health? Let’s chat! Book an assessment with our pediatric therapy team, we’ll help you understand what’s going on and how to support your child’s growth.

613-831-2377 (Kanata) | 613-898-9585 (Orleans)
kanata@ontheball.ca | orleans@ontheball.ca

Ready to take those tiny steps to big adventures? 👣Our Tiny Trotters group is perfect for little ones who are learning t...
10/27/2025

Ready to take those tiny steps to big adventures? 👣

Our Tiny Trotters group is perfect for little ones who are learning to walk or just starting to take off! 🚶‍♀️
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Led by our amazing physiotherapist Mariam Gerguis, this group focuses on strengthening, balance, and all the fun fine-tuning that helps your little mover feel more confident on their feet.

We use play-based movement to help build stability, coordination, and independence, all in a supportive and social environment that celebrates every wobble and win! 🌟

💛 New to On The Ball?
If this will be your first time with us, a physiotherapy assessment is needed before joining to make sure the group is the perfect fit for your child’s needs.

Ready to get moving? 🏃‍♂️✨
👉 Join our Tiny Trotters group at our Kanata location, spots are limited, so don’t wait to sign up!
📲 613-831-2377
📩 kanata@ontheball.ca

10/25/2025

🌊 Looking for a fun, motivating way to help your child reach their therapy goals?

Aquatic Therapy blends play, movement, and the natural properties of water to support a wide range of OT and PT goals.

💧 How it supports OT goals:
🔹Provides calming sensory input through deep pressure and resistance
▫️Helps organize and regulate the nervous system
🔹Offers rich tactile and proprioceptive feedback for body awareness
▫️Encourages bilateral coordination and crossing midline through play
🔹Builds fine motor skills with activities like squeezing, pouring, and retrieving toys

🌊 How it supports PT goals:
▫️Buoyancy reduces joint impact while encouraging freedom of movement
🔹Water resistance builds strength, balance, and endurance
▫️Constant motion of the water challenges core stability
🔹Supports smoother, more coordinated movement patterns
▫️Builds confidence with safe, supported mobility practice

💦 Aquatic Therapy turns hard work into play, helping kids grow stronger, more confident, and more regulated through every splash!

➡️ Contact our clinic to learn more or book a session!

613-831-2377 (Kanata) | 613-898-9585 (Orleans)
kanata@ontheball.ca | orleans@ontheball.ca

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Professional, quality physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and yoga classes are offered for children from 0 to 18 years of age, in Kanata and Orléans. For a complete list of services, check out our website: www.ontheball.ca.