Freeform Physical Therapy

This is a fantastic article regarding the effects of Autism Spectrum Disorder on motor development. This is an often overlooked area in the diagnosis and treatment of ASD. Delayed development of motor skills impairs communication, social interaction, and limits participation in play.

"Physical activity, in particular, benefits both physical and mental health, and reducing barriers for all people is essential to optimal life outcomes."

A physical therapist with experience treating the pediatric population and children with developmental disorders can help to improve motor coordination and facilitate a new way of interacting with the world around us!

Motor skills in autism: A missed opportunity | Spectrum | Autism Research News Motor differences are more relevant than has historically been appreciated for understanding, assessing and supporting people on the spectrum.

Did you know that, in many states, you do not need a prescription to start physical therapy? This is called direct access physical therapy, and it has many benefits.
A recent study by the APTA shows that patients who initially receive conservative care, such as physical therapy, for low back pain reduce their likelihood of opioid use by 85-91% when compared to patients whose first visit was to a primary care physician.
Even when you're in pain, a physical therapist can help you to get moving again.

In a recent study of over 200,000 insurance beneficiaries, those whose initial visit was with a physical therapist decreased their odds of early opioid use by 85-91%, and lowered their odds of long-term opioid use by 73-78% compared with those whose first visit was with a primary care physician.

Read more at: https://www.apta.org/news/2019/09/25/apta-co-sponsored-study-seeing-a-pt-first-for-lbp-lowers-odds-of-early-and-long-term-opioid-use