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Fizioterapija nav tikai ārstēšana. Tā ir arī kustība, attīstība un bērna iespēju veicināšana.

Fizioterapeits palīdz bērnam labāk sajust savu ķermeni, apgūt kustības un pakāpeniski attīstīt motorās prasmes — sākot no pirmajiem mēģinājumiem apvelties un rāpot līdz pārliecinošai staigāšanai, skriešanai, lēkšanai un sarežģītākām kustībām.

Fizioterapija var būt noderīga:

• ja vecāki vēlas pārliecināties, ka bērna motorā attīstība atbilst viņa vecumam;
• ja bērns tikai sāk apgūt jaunas prasmes;
• ja ir muskuļu tonusa, koordinācijas, līdzsvara vai kustību īpatnības;
• ja bērns ātri nogurst, izvairās no noteiktām kustībām vai tās sagādā grūtības;
• pēc traumām, operācijām vai ilgāka fizisko aktivitāšu pārtraukuma;
• kā arī vienkārši veselīgas fiziskās attīstības atbalstam.

Fizioterapeits nav speciālists tikai bērniem, kuriem ir kādas grūtības.
Tāpat kā bērnu pie zobārsta vedam ne tikai tad, kad sāp zobs, arī fizioterapeita konsultācija var būt daļa no rūpīgas un savlaicīgas attieksmes pret bērna attīstību, nevis pazīme, ka ar bērnu kaut kas nav kārtībā.

Nav jāgaida, līdz parādās problēma. Dažkārt pietiek laikus noskaidrot, kā bērns attīstās un kā viņu iespējams atbalstīt.

Mūsdienu fizioterapija nav tikai slimību ārstēšana. Tā ir arī iespēja saprast, kā bērns kustas un attīstās, kuras prasmes jau ir apgūtas, kuras vēl tikai veidojas un vai bērnam ir nepieciešams papildu atbalsts.

Bērns aug ļoti strauji: mācās apvelties, sēdēt, rāpot, piecelties, staigāt, skriet un lēkt. Katrā attīstības posmā ķermenis apgūst jaunas kustības. Dažkārt nelielas īpatnības vecākiem var palikt nepamanītas, jo kopumā bērns izskatās pilnīgi vesels.
Tāpēc fizioterapeits ir nepieciešams ne tikai tad, ja pastāv kāda problēma. Dažkārt konsultācija ir vērtīga tieši tādēļ, lai pārliecinātos, ka bērna attīstība norit veiksmīgi.

A pediatric physiotherapist can be consulted not only when noticeable developmental or movement difficulties are already present, but also to strengthen the baby’s body and develop correct movement patterns.

The specialist assesses the child’s motor and psychomotor development, helps parents understand developmental characteristics, and selects individual exercises and sessions.

At Lilo Kids, after the initial consultation, an individual plan for the child’s further sessions is prepared.

A pediatric physiotherapist consultation is available from the first days or months of life. For infants, the specialist can assess motor development, movement symmetry, body position, and provide parents with recommendations for daily care and exercises.

The format of sessions is selected according to the child’s age and individual characteristics.

Neurosensory sessions are a combination of exercises and activities designed to help a child better perceive, process, and organize information coming from their own body and the surrounding environment.

A child is constantly receiving sensory information — through movement, touch, body position, balance, vision, and hearing. The nervous system needs to process and use this information effectively so that the child can move, concentrate, regulate their state, play, and interact with others.

During the sessions, the specialist selects exercises individually, taking into account the child’s age, development, and individual needs. These may include balance and coordination activities, working with different surfaces and textures, as well as exercises targeting proprioception, the vestibular system, motor planning, and body control.

These sessions may be helpful for children in whom a specialist identifies differences in sensory processing or motor development, for example:

• the child has difficulty maintaining balance or coordinating movements;
• frequently bumps into objects or appears clumsy or unsure in movement;
• reacts strongly to touch, sounds, movement, or certain sensations;
• or, on the contrary, constantly seeks intense sensory input — moves a lot, spins, jumps, or bumps into objects;
• has difficulty regulating their level of arousal and calming down;
• experiences difficulties with concentration and organizing behaviour;
• has delayed motor or overall development;
• has developmental differences, including ASD, ADHD, or other conditions in which sensory processing may be affected.

Our goal is not simply to give the child more exercises. Our goal is to understand what exactly is causing difficulties and to select activities that can genuinely help the nervous system and movement work more effectively.

Pediatric massage can and should be used as part of a comprehensive approach to a child’s development and movement skills. Depending on the child’s needs, it can be combined with physiotherapy, movement exercises, and water-based activities.

The most suitable approach is best determined after an initial assessment by a specialist.

Water-based activities can be started from 1 month of age if there are no contraindications. For infants, swimming sessions are conducted under the supervision of a specialist and adapted to the child’s age and abilities.

At Lilo Kids, sessions combine massage, getting familiar with water, movement development, and work with a physiotherapist.

A speech therapist consultation is recommended if parents have concerns about their child’s speech development: the child starts speaking later, uses significantly fewer words than peers, experiences difficulties with pronunciation, understanding speech, or forming sentences.

The specialist evaluates speech development and determines whether sessions are needed and which areas require attention.

This is determined during a consultation. The best starting point is an assessment of the child’s individual needs.

For one child, physiotherapy sessions may be sufficient, while another may benefit from a combination of several approaches. At Lilo Kids, specialists can create an individual plan based on the child’s age, development, and specific goals.

Yes, if such a combination meets the child’s needs. Physiotherapy, massage, swimming, sensory integration sessions, and speech therapy address different areas and can complement each other.

Regular attendance, a properly selected program, and a structured approach to working with specialists are important for achieving the best results.