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Physical Therapy in Chicago​

Physical therapy that builds strength, balance, and coordination through play-based sessions designed just for kids.
colored cones and childs legs during physical therapy
child on large swing reaching for a ball during physical therapy
young boy laying on a blue exercise ball during physical therapy

Our Specialty Areas

We work with babies through age 18 who need support with movement, strength, or gross motor development. Our pediatric physical therapists treat a wide range of conditions and challenges, including:​

Neurological Conditions

  • Cerebral palsy

  • Hypotonia and hypertonia

  • Brachial plexus injuries

  • Erb's palsy

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Orthopedic Conditions

  • Torticollis and flathead syndrome

  • Hip dysplasia

  • Scoliosis

  • Amputation

Musculoskeletal Conditions

  • Decreased strength, muscle tone, or muscle control

  • Limited flexibility, joint motion, or posture challenges

  • Low endurance

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Movement and Development Challenges

  • Developmental delay

  • Toe walking

  • W-sitting

  • Motor planning difficulties

  • Coordination and balance training

  • Mobility needs (transfers, floor mobility, ambulation)

Our Approach to Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is active, fun, and motivating while we work on strength, balance, coordination, and motor skills.

 

Your child might be climbing, jumping, crawling, balancing, or playing games that encourage movement and exploration. Everything is paced to your child's needs, with breaks, encouragement, and plenty of positive reinforcement.

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Our pediatric physical therapists partner with parents every step of the way. You're welcome to observe and ask questions during sessions, and we will share simple things you can do at home to support progress between visits. You'll always know what we're working on and why it matters.

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We focus on real-world progress. Our goal is to help your child move more confidently in everyday life—on the playground, at school, and at home.

How Physical Therapy Can Help and What We Work On

Physical therapy helps children build the strength, coordination, and motor skills they need to move confidently through their day. From the playground to the classroom to home, we focus on helping your child keep up with everyday activities and feel good doing it. Here are some of the areas we will target during our physical therapy sessions:

  • Strength and Endurance: Building the physical stamina kids need to play, explore, and participate without getting tired too quickly.

  • Balance and Coordination: Helping children feel steadier on their feet and move their bodies with better control.

  • Gross Motor Skills: Walking, running, jumping, climbing, and hitting developmental milestones like rolling, sitting, crawling, and standing.

  • Core Strength and Posture: Creating a strong foundation for movement and everyday activities.

  • Body Awareness and Motor Planning: Teaching kids how to plan and execute movements with confidence.

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