Children's Physio
Tunbridge Wells
Developmental Co-ordination Disorder
What is developmental co-ordination disorder (DCD)?
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a motor skills disorder that affects five to six percent of all school-aged children. DCD occurs when a delay in the development of motor skills, or difficulty coordinating movements, results in a child being unable to perform common, everyday tasks. By definition, children with DCD do not have an identifiable medical or neurological condition that explains their coordination problems.
Frequently described as "clumsy" or "awkward" by their parents and teachers, children with DCD have difficulty mastering simple motor activities, such as tying shoes or going down stairs, and are unable to perform age-appropriate academic and self-care tasks (CanChild).
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For more information on DCD please see the following links:
https://canchild.ca/en/diagnoses/developmental-coordination-disorder
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/developmental-coordination-disorder-dyspraxia/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1090379812001249
TREATMENT
INITIAL ASSESSMENT
60 minutes £120*
During the initial consultation I take a full medical history and I watch how your child moves and plays. From this, I shall be able to provide a detailed developmental assessment and a plan for how future treatment can be integrated into your family life in a fun way.
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I can provide you with additional sources of information and direct you to support groups.
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If needed, I can discuss your child's case with other professionals to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach. I can also complete any onward referrals.
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INDIVIDUALISED FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS
45 minutes £90*
Therapy is a play led approach, ensuring it can be integrated into day to day family life.
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Individualised treatment sessions include ‘hands on’ therapy and teaching parents/carers the child's home exercise programme. I continually review and update the exercises as the child progresses.
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Where appropriate, I carry out sessions in other locations, such as local leisure centres, pools, parks, soft play, school, nursery, playgroup and home visits. I provide advice on equipment, for example standing frames and walkers as well as orthotics.
​I liaise with other professionals and NHS teams involved with your child, to ensure we are all working towards the same goals.
*RE-SCHEDULING AND CANCELLING APPOINTMENTS
We all know life can sometimes get in the way of best laid plans. If you need to re-arrange your appointment please provide at least 24 hours’ notice. The full fee will be charged if you do not attend your appointment without this prior notice.
TESTIMONIALS
“Rose is always fantastic with my son, very informative and supportive”.
Parent of 5 yr old child with Cerebral Palsy
CALL NOW: 07754 758915
EMAIL: childrensphysiotw@gmail.com
My clinic is at my home in Tunbridge Wells (TN2 5XH). Parking is easy and free.
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I have created a safe and comfortable environment for treatments at my home, with toilet facilities available. However, I appreciate this may not always be convenient or suitable, so I am happy to conduct local home, school and nursery visits. Travel costs apply.
For appointments or an informal discussion about your child’s needs, please contact me either by completing the form or calling me on 07754 758915.