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Many people have heard of the Back to Sleep program that educates parents on placing their infants on their back to sleep, to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The Back to Sleep campaign was started in 1994 and since then the incidence of SIDS has decreased significantly (source: http://www.nichd.nih.gov/sids/).  It is […]

As sporting events grow more competitive among all ages, there has been an increase in the number of injuries that are forcing some kids to sit on the sidelines.  Acute injuries are the result of a single event, such as a fall that causes a broken wrist or a misstep that causes an ACL tear.  […]

Thanks for reading the Osteoarthritis: Just Another Challenge blog. My purpose in writing is the same as previous posts, to persuade you to engage in a daily exercise program planned and monitored by a physical therapist under the supervision of a medical practitioner. If you live in or near Portland, Oregon, I strongly recommend Dr. […]

If you are reading this blog, you probably already know about the benefits and convenience of Beyond the Clinic’s site visits and our approach to physical therapy.  These benefits are great for adults, but even more helpful to children.  When Beyond the Clinic’s therapists come to a child’s home, we’ve already saved the child’s parents […]

Walking on our toes takes strength and balance. Most people walk on their toes at one time or another, such as when avoiding a cold or wet surface.  Children can walk on their tiptoes when they are trying to be quiet or sneaky. Babies will also walk on their toes as they explore the different […]

We have previously posted a blog about fun indoor activities to do around Portland, but come February it seems like maybe everyone could use some fresh ideas for how to get through the winter months.  If getting up to the mountain isn’t in your agenda during these gray days, and your looking for a few […]

Have you ever seen a kid who trips over her own two feet more frequently than seems “normal”? How about a kid who seems to fall more often than than his peers?  Or a child who has a hard time sitting up straight?  This may be a child who has concerns associated with Developmental Coordination […]

My physical therapist, Aaron Saari, encouraged me to write about my experience with pain and exercise.  He reports that much of what he deals with on a day to day basis is getting patients to understand that some pain and discomfort from exercising is okay.  Underlying everything written in this blog is the enduring belief […]

People are often told how physical therapists can help them after a surgery or injury, how to get stronger, or how to help decrease pain. But how can physical therapists help children?   Pediatric physical therapists can help children and their families with concerns about motor development. We help kids with a variety of problems […]