As parents, fostering independence in our children is both a rewarding journey and a crucial developmental goal. At Connect the Dots, we understand the importance of supporting your child’s Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) while empowering their independence. Here are practical developmentally appropriate ways you can help your child thrive: 1. Create a Routine Together […]
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Congratulations! Your child has completed their journey with physical therapy, achieving significant milestones along the way. As they transition back into everyday life, it’s important to maintain the progress made and continue supporting their development. At Connect the Dots, we’re dedicated to ensuring your child’s long-term success. Here are some valuable tips to help you
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We understand the challenges of integrating therapeutic exercises into our daily routines, especially when it comes to ensuring your child receives the best care. At Connect the Dots, we’re committed to supporting your child’s journey to health and happiness through pediatric physical therapy. One of the key components of this journey is the home exercise
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At Connect the Dots, we believe therapy should be both fun and purposeful. We value the crucial role of parents and caretakers in helping children reach their full potential. To maximize the benefits of therapy, we recommend: Attend and Observe Sessions: Regularly attend therapy sessions to observe and participate in activities and exercises your child
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Here are some fun summer balance activities for kids, recommended by our physical therapists: Pillow Play: Have your child stand on a pillow or couch cushion with one or both feet. Add a challenge by having them close their eyes or play catch while balancing. Sidewalk Adventures: Encourage your child to walk on curbs or
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As parents, we often witness our children’s occasional tumbles and spills as they explore and grow. However, when does frequent falling become a cause for concern? At Connect the Dots, we recognize the importance of understanding and addressing issues related to childhood falls. Here’s what you need to know about when and why frequent falling
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July is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month! According to the CDC (2015), approximately 2,600 babies are born with a cleft palate and 4,400 babies are born with a cleft lip, with or without a cleft palate. Other craniofacial birth defects include craniosynostosis (skull sutures fusing prematurely), anotia/microtia (ear is missing or underdeveloped),
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Summer is the perfect season to dive into exciting new activities that keep your child engaged and motivated. Embrace the sunny days with these easy-to-integrate, minimal-supply activities, that can easily be incorporated into your day! These fun and engaging ideas will not only entertain your child but also support their development in essential areas such
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Babies start producing their first words around 9-12 months of age. Once they have reached this exciting milestone, their language begins to grow at a rapid pace. On average, a child will be saying approximately 50 words by 18 months. This 50 word milestone is a great way to measure if your baby is ready
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A speech sound disorder is when a child has difficulty saying specific sounds by either substituting that sound for a different sound, deleting the sound, or adding unnecessary sounds. All children simplify their speech when they are learning how to talk (these are called phonological processes), but most will outgrow this “simplification process” naturally as
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Eugene Clinic:
84 Centennial Loop
Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: (541) 255-2681
Fax: (541) 255-3537
Clinic Hours:
8:00 to 6:00 Monday – Thursday
8:00 to 5:00 Friday
Corvallis Clinic:
201 NW 3rd St.
Corvallis, OR 97330
Phone: (541) 255-2681
Fax: (541) 255-3537
Clinic Hours:
8:00 to 6:00 Monday - Thursday
8:00 to 5:00 Friday
