Midwest Orthopedic Surgery Center

Physical therapy geared for the pediatric patient is becoming more commonplace as children participate in a greater number of athletic activities that may put extraordinary stress on the body. From treatment for sore, strained and torn muscles to rehabilitation of broken bones, pediatric physical therapy is now part of the medical vernacular for children.

"...Physical therapy to our pediactric patients is performed by a degreed and licensed medical professional, who has years of education and experience in assisting patients in recovering their mobility and functionality while helping them relieve or reduce pain." This professional also helps patients improve fitness while they heal from various injuries, helping pediatric patients prevent permanent disability. These goals may be accomplished with the use of hot and cold compresses, ultrasound and electrical stimulation as well as massage therapy.

Find Pediatric Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Surgery Partnerships

Across the country, more physical therapists are partnering with orthopedic surgery centers and clinics in order to provide their services to pediatric patients who stand to benefit most from their help--young patients who are still growing. These partnerships make perfect sense, as most surgical patients will require a course of physical therapy treatments to regain their mobility. All-in-one surgical centers and physical therapy clinics can help reduce the time spent running from one medical professional to another. They also make communication between medical professionals much simpler, as the two types of organizations can work together.

The Orthopedic Center of the Dakotas works in conjunction with Aberdeen Physical Therapy to provide comprehensive surgical and physical therapy services in North and South Dakota for both adult and pediatric patients. Aberdeen Physical Therapy is a member in good standing with the American Physical Therapy Association and its local chapter.