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Physical Therapy for Children

In physical therapy, we enhance and restore mobility, functional skills, and independence for individuals with neurological, developmental, or orthopedic delays or disabilities.

To get started call our intake coordinator at 630.282.2022 to ask questions or for scheduling.

Overview

Our physical therapy for children helps them master skills related to independent mobility and gross motor function. Our licensed physical therapists utilize individualized therapy plans implementing exercise, specialized techniques/devices to encourage independence at home, school and in the community.

To get started, call our intake coordinator at 630.282.2022 to ask questions or for scheduling. 

Our Programs

Our therapists focus on improving muscle tone, strength, movement skills, and balance to support sitting, crawling, walking, running, and jumping. Our physical therapy services include evaluations, individual therapy, intensives and our fun focused therapy programs.

Why Begin Here?

We have six Board-Certified Clinical Specialists in Pediatric Physical Therapy, and many additional certifications are held in our large physical therapy team. Our highly experienced physical therapists have been recognized for their expertise in:

  • Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT)
  • Prematurity
  • Neuromuscular Electric Stimulation (NMES)
  • Kinesio taping
  • Two certified Schroth Scoliosis Therapists
  • Gait assessment
  • Lite-Gait Therapy
  • Orthotic evaluation
  • Therasuit
  • Early Intervention Evaluators and Providers
  • Episodic intensive therapy, including IntelliStretch Therapy and TAAP-treadmill treatments for autism and apraxia protocols

 

Focused Therapy programs for physical therapy include:

Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley has several specialty clinics, many that are interdisciplinary, that provide specific and individual care to best suit a child's needs. Physical therapists serve on the below specialty clinics. 

Our staff is motivated to help your infant, child or adolescent learn the skills they will need to live an independent life.

How Do I Get Started?

Contact our Intake Coordinator Diana Dixon at 630.282.2022 to ask questions or schedule an appointment.

Are you interested in learning more about our virtual services options? Click here to learn more about Tele-Therapy.

  • Child and Therapist in a pool during a therapy session.

    Aquatic Therapy

    Exercise in water can be used to strengthen weak muscles, relax tight muscles and improve body awareness, coordination and control of movement for daily tasks.
  • Two children on treadmills with two therapists.

    Brain & Body Builders

    This PT/OT program utilizes treadmill training based on TAAP (Treadmill Training for Autism and Apraxia Protocol), combined with motor skills.
  • Dance Dynamics Group

    Dance Dynamics

    This dance‑themed program helps children develop strength, balance, and coordination while working toward a final performance for family and friends.
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    Intensive Therapy

    We offer customized intensive therapy sessions across our services that are multi-disciplined and highly individualized for each child.
  • Child in a therapy session, crawling on mats.

    Mighty & Mini Movers

    The Mini and Mighty Movers programs are led by a physical therapist and designed to enhance gross motor and sensory‑organizational skills.

  • WalkAide Clinic

    The WalkAide Clinic is hosted at the Villa Park Center for clients looking to improve their gait related to foot drop.

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    It's something exciting to see - infants, children and adults who are empowered and thriving. At Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley, we offer a wide range of resources to parents of children with disabilities and their caregivers, as well as the professionals who assist them.
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    Special Needs Trust

    Establishing a Special Needs Trust helps establish resources, stability, and support for your child's future - without compromising existing benefits.

Other Areas of Support

Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley offers these services at our centers in Villa Park, Naperville, and Elgin. To get started or learn more, call us at 630.282.2022.