Physical Therapy

East Tennessee Children's Hospital physical therapists and physical therapy assistants serve kids from birth to 21 years old. We get kids moving using fun and play!

Our expert pediatric physical therapists help patients meet motor milestones, optimize their motor function, recover from a loss of mobility, choose orthotics and equipment and maximize their ability to engage with peers.

We also support our patients by providing family-centered care and giving them the tools to practice at home and lead happy, healthy lives.

Our Expertise

Our physical therapists treat kids with a wide range of diagnoses including:

• Developmental delay
• Cerebral Palsy
• Spina Bifida
• Down syndrome
• Prematurity
• Arthrogryposis
• Traumatic brain injury
• Autism spectrum disorder
• Orthopedic impairments and sport injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Post-surgical changes
• Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS)

We also support multidisciplinary clinics including:

• Hematology/Oncology Clinic
• Developmental Follow Up Clinic
• Botox Clinic
• Healthy Ways Clinic

Resources

• Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
  Physical therapy helps your child gain control of their bowel and bladder and improves independence with toileting.
  
  
• How to Pick the Best Shoe for Your Kids Growing Feet
  Written by Danielle Proctor, PT, DPT Lead Physical Therapist, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital
  
  
• Torticollis Treatment (Form #32589, Rev. 3/24)