Don’t Wait and See
Is your baby experiencing difficulty with tummy time, poor regulation, colic, flat head syndrome or showing head turning preferences?
Are you wanting to connect with other caregivers or looking for parent support?
I can help with navigating your child’s development concerns through Individualized Physical Therapy, Cranialsacral and Myofascial Therapy, Infant Massage, and Baby and Me Enrichment Classes in order for them to dominate their development!
Work with Jenny, Doctor of Physical Therapy
Jenny is uniquely trained as a manual pediatric physical therapist. Her integrative approach combines several methods of fascial therapies that address the root cause of most pain and dysfunction in children. Her methods include the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach (JFB MFR), the Gillespie Craniosacral Fascial Therapy Approach (CFT), and Total Motion Release (TOTS TMR).
JFB MFR is a hands-on approach that uses gentle sustained pressure directly to the skin, to release fascial restrictions surrounding the muscles and organs, which helps eliminate pain and restore motion. CFR combines two very powerful and familiar manual therapies (myofascial release and craniosacral therapy), creating a method that is uniquely designed to address the fascial restrictions in a baby’s craniosacral fascial system that are often the result of pelvic fascial pressure in utero, birthing difficulties, or midline birth issues including tongue tie. TOTS TMR techniques are used to develop symmetrical foundational alignment and postural control needed for balance and skill development. The objectives in treatment are to improve movement, posture, comfort and optimal function in all body systems (respiration, digestion,…) by treating restrictions in mobility.
For more information on these types of therapy, please visit myofasicalrelease.com, gillespieapproach.com, and tmrtots.com
Frequently Asked Questions…
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Fascial release techniques are very gentle and should not cause pain, however, children under the age of 4 are more likely to cry during therapy because they are confused or frustrated. The therapist uses a series of gentle techniques to locate patterns of fascial strain and the child often releases this strain through “infant driven movements” or unwinding. A session typically takes about 45 - 50 minutes depending on how much work the child needs or can accept. There will be breaks intermittently as needed by the child. The therapist will then follow up with home programming to address the caregiver’s goals at the end of the session.
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The child’s therapy needs will vary depending on their age and how involved their physical need my be. Your therapist will recommend the frequency of visits and the duration of overall treatment during the initial evaluation. On average, a child will benefit from weekly sessions for 1-2 months, followed by a few monthly sessions for maintenance.
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Please bring your child in comfortable clothing. Babies may wear just their diaper with or without a onsie. Older children should wear loose shorts and t-shirt.
Young children usually benefit from having a favorite toy or security item that they may use during the session. Snacks are helpful too.
Children over 4 may benefit from a brief explanation of what to expect prior to the session.
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Valpo Therapy Kids is an out of network provider and not accepting insurance. However, a super-bill (physical therapy services only) can be provided upon request for potential insurance reimbursement. Please check with your insurance provider for out of network PT coverage. Your credit card or HSA card will be securely saved and automatically billed after each session. Payment is due at time of service.
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To learn more about my services and rates, click HERE.