Paediatric Physiotherapy in Hyderabad
A child who is not moving, walking, or developing as expected needs active intervention — not a 'wait and see' approach. Early physiotherapy changes the trajectory.
Paediatric physiotherapy addresses conditions that affect a child's ability to move, develop, and participate in daily life. At Sri Anand Hospital, Dr. Harisha works in close coordination with Dr. Sushma B (Paediatrician) to provide integrated paediatric and physiotherapy care — meaning children are assessed medically and rehabilitated physically in the same visit, without multiple hospital trips.
Key Points
- Paediatric physiotherapy addresses motor delays, cerebral palsy, muscle weakness, and developmental movement problems.
- The earlier physiotherapy starts, the greater the benefit — the brain is most plastic before age 5.
- NDT (Neurodevelopmental Therapy) is the most evidence-based approach for CP and motor delay.
- Paediatric physio uses play-based activities — children engage better and progress faster when sessions are fun.
- We work closely with Dr. Sushma B (paediatrician) and Dr. Anand Karnam (neurologist) for integrated care.
Age 5
optimal window for intensive paediatric physiotherapy
Source: WHO / Cochrane
NDT
evidence-based approach for CP motor rehabilitation
Source: NDTA / Cochrane
Paediatric Conditions We Treat
Cerebral Palsy
The most common cause of physical disability in childhood. Physiotherapy using BOBATH, NDT (Neurodevelopmental Treatment), and conductive education principles — improving posture, movement, mobility, and function.
Gross Motor Developmental Delay
Late head control, sitting, standing, or walking. Progressive physiotherapy programme targeting the specific delayed skill — improving parental handling, positioning, and play activities.
Hypotonia (Low Muscle Tone)
Floppy infant or child with decreased muscle tone. Physiotherapy activates the postural muscles and improves movement quality — alongside paediatric investigation of the underlying cause.
Gait Problems and Toe Walking
Persistent toe walking, intoeing, outtoeing, and other gait deviations. Physiotherapy assessment and treatment — with orthotic referral when indicated.
Post-Injury and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
After orthopaedic procedures (tendon lengthening, hip surgery, spinal surgery) in children with neurological conditions. Structured post-operative physiotherapy optimises surgical outcomes.
Our Paediatric Physiotherapy Approach
Play-Based Therapy
All physiotherapy for children is delivered through play — making sessions engaging, motivating, and developmentally appropriate. Children learn and improve most effectively when they are having fun.
Family-Centred Care
Parents and caregivers are partners in treatment, not observers. We train parents to continue the home programme effectively — because daily home practice between weekly sessions is what drives progress.
Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT/BOBATH)
Internationally recognised approach for children with cerebral palsy and neurological conditions — using handling techniques and movement facilitation to improve postural control and movement quality.
Coordination with Botulinum Toxin
Dr. Harisha works with Dr. Anand to time post-botulinum toxin injection physiotherapy optimally — maximising the treatment window when spasticity is reduced.
Orthotic and Adaptive Equipment Advice
AFOs (ankle-foot orthoses), standing frames, walking aids, and adaptive equipment prescription — based on clinical assessment and functional goals.
Why Choose Sri Anand Hospital?
Treated by: Dr. Harisha · MPT (Physiotherapy) · Paediatric Neurodevelopmental Specialist
"Children do not just do physiotherapy — they play their way to recovery. When a session feels like play to a 3-year-old, they work harder and progress faster than in any adult-style exercise programme. That is the magic of paediatric physio."
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