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Wacky Relay

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

This game takes a traditional relay challenge and turns it on its head! This fun gross motor activity requires no planning and only simple materials you can find around your house! It’s sure to get some smiles while challenging kids’ motor skills and social skills too!

5 Tips for Toilet Training With Your Child

Aug 19, 2024 / Health Tips

Toilet training is an important developmental milestone for children. The following tips from a physical therapist will help your child create good, lasting habits and avoid future bowel and bladder problems.

6 Sports for People With Parkinson's Disease

Sep 29, 2026 / Health Tips

Parkinson’s disease doesn’t have to sideline you. Learn how sports and exercise can improve mobility, balance, and quality of life, and how physical therapy can help you stay active safely.

Shopping for Children With Special Needs

Nov 19, 2012 / Podcast

Mothers Ellen Seidman and Jennifer Byde Myers discuss raising children with special needs and the role of physical therapy in their children's development, a physical therapist provides advice.

Core Strengthening Activities for Children: Plank

Sep 9, 2015 / Activity

Core strengthening is essential for the progression of other developmental skills. The core muscles are the muscles in the abdomen, back, and pelvis, and are the center of control for everything the body does.