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Physical Therapy
Our physical therapists work with kids and teens who have been injured or who have movement problems from an illness, disease, or disability or aren't reaching developmental milestones.
Physical Therapy is aimed at developing sensory and large motor foundations that are necessary for mobility and large motor skills development. It also addresses compensation techniques, the use of assistive mobility devices, and environmental adaptations needed for success in daily mobility.
We provide individual evaluations and treatment interventions to develop strength, flexibility, muscle movements, posture, endurance, coordination, and balance. Each child is evaluated using a multitude of standardized tests and specific evaluation tools. An individualized treatment plan is then developed with both long-term and short-term goals.
Making An Appointment:
Contact Interact Therapy via the contact form below, by emailing us at rolson@interact-therapy.com,
or by calling 701-866-4934.
Physician referrals may be faxed to 701-718-9141.
Wondering if your child needs a physical therapy evaluation? Some common referral criteria include (but not limited to): concerns with your child's coordination, balance, strength and endurance, posture and positioning, walking, developmental milestones, infant head shape, joint motion or protection, or walking. If you have any of these concerns, contact us.
We Treat
Infants, children and adolescents
Autism
Cerebral palsy
Muscle Disease/Weakness
Scoliosis
Down syndrome
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
Brain Injuries
Torticollis
Motor Incoordination
Developmental Delay
Brachial Plexus Injuries
Hypotonia
Congenital defects
Hip Dysplasia
Sports/Orthopedic Injuries
Club Foot
Toe Walking
Positioning
Improving core muscle strength/control
Head shape and control
Balance and coordination
Standing balance
Strength and endurance
Walking
Climbing, running, jumping
Motor planning
Functional balance/safety
Energy conservation
Stair safety
Riding bike
Adaptive equipment
Home exercise program
Functional mobility
Adaptation for home safety & efficiency
Motor re-education
& more
Gross Motor Skills Developmental Milestones
3-4 Months
Can raise head when pulled to sitting position
4 Months
Rolls from back to front
5 Months
Can raise chest and upper part of abdomen when laying on stomach
6-7 Months
Sits alone
7 Months
Can bear weight on one hand while exploring with the other hand when laying on stomach
8-10 Months
Crawls
10-11 Months
Cruises around furniture and living areas
9-12 Months
Reaches actively for toys when sitting
11-12 Months
Pulls to a standing position
15 Months
Walks alone well
Walks up and down steps holding hands
Squats and stands back up
18 Months
Can run, but falls easily
2 Years
Walks and runs fairly well
Can climb stairs without support
Can kick a ball
Can jump with both feet
3 Years
Can balance on one foot for a few seconds
Can catch a large ball
Can broad jump 10-24 inches
4 Years
Can run, jump, and climb
Hops on one foot
Can ride a tricycle
Catches a ball reliably
5 Years
Can jump rope and skip on alternate feet
Beginning to skate and swim
Climbing well
Our Physical Therapists also work in a pool off site in Fargo. Water has long been used for it's restorative properties. The therapy pool is highly useful for children with all types of developmental challenges. The warm water allows children with high muscle tone or spasticity to move more freely. Water also eliminates gravity through buoyancy making movement easier for children. Water can also be used to strengthen muscles with it's resistance.
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The aquatic environment is also beneficial for children with sensory challenges such as tactile defensiveness, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and sensory processing disorders (SPD).
Comprehensive physical therapy evaluations will look at the following:
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The movement abilities of the infant or child
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Identifies issues interfering with an infant's developmental abilities or a child's motor or orthopedic status.
