Physical therapist working with a pediatric patient on crutches

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy can help children achieve movement skills such as crawling and walking, and recover from injuries or surgery to participate in the many activities they enjoy.

Working together with you

Experienced physical therapists at Wolfson Children’s Hospital care for children who have physical challenges, functional limitations and disabilities that prevent full participation in daily activities. Our therapists help guide the development or return of movement skills by promoting strength, balance and flexibility, which are needed for everyday activities like standing or walking.

We work closely with your family, your child’s physicians and other health care professionals to help your child gain the skills needed for an independent, active life.

Wolfson Rehabilitation

904.202.4200

Call us for more information and to schedule your child's first appointment at any location

Physician Referral Form

Does my child need physical therapy?

Physical therapy can help your child if they exhibit any of the following:

Not meeting the expected developmental milestones during the first years of life, such as rolling, sitting, standing or walking
Walking on the balls of their feet (toes) or walking in an awkward manner
Difficulty keeping up with other kids while playing
Trouble returning to the level of physical abilities achieved prior to surgery or an injury
Difficulty performing the same movements as other children his or her age, such as hopping, jumping or skipping
Favoring one side of the body by just using that side of the body, or turning his or her head to one side
Frequent trips and falls when walking
Pain when moving

Wolfson Rehabilitation

904.202.4200

Call us for more information and to schedule your child's first appointment at any location

Physician Referral Form

Related Information

Conditions We Treat

The experienced physical therapists at Wolfson Children’s Hospital assist children with a wide range of conditions, including or linked to:

Premature birth or low birth weight
Problems at birth affecting the feet, legs and hips
Condition or injury that affects the brain before, during or after birth
Difficulties following surgery or related to recovering from prolonged hospitalizations
Neuromuscular disorders, such as muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy or spina bifida
Musculoskeletal conditions including arthrogryposis, juvenile arthritis and clubfoot
Bone or muscle conditions and injuries
Delays or disruption of balance and in sensory motor skills
Chronic pain, such as reflex sympathetic dystrophy
Childhood cancer and the effects of cancer treatment