1. What is pediatric physiotherapy?
Pediatric physiotherapy is a specialist field focused on assessing, preventing and treating motor development issues, postural alterations, coordination difficulties and respiratory function in babies, children and adolescents.
At Movo Kids, our pediatric physiotherapists have extensive clinical experience. Our approach adapts to each developmental stage, working closely with families and healthcare professionals to ensure safe and high-quality care.

2. At what age can physiotherapy begin?
Physiotherapy can start from birth. Many conditions—such as congenital torticollis, positional plagiocephaly, feeding or suction difficulties, and certain respiratory problems—are assessed and treated during the first months of life.
Early intervention often leads to better outcomes thanks to the high plasticity of the nervous and musculoskeletal systems in early childhood.

Pediatric physiotherapy addresses both evident concerns and preventive needs, supporting healthy development.

The most common situations include:
· Cranial deformities: plagiocephaly, brachycephaly, postural asymmetries.
· Congenital or acquired torticollis: cervical stiffness, head-turning preference, limited mobility.
· Motor development delays or alterations: difficulties lifting the head, rolling, sitting, crawling or walking; hypotonia or hypertonia.
· Orthopedic or musculoskeletal conditions: hip dysplasia, flat feet, clubfoot, scoliosis, joint alterations.
· Neurological or neurodevelopmental disorders: cerebral palsy, genetic syndromes, neuromuscular diseases.
· Respiratory conditions: bronchiolitis, asthma, wheezing or recurrent infections.
· Digestive or feeding difficulties: colic, reflux, constipation, swallowing difficulties.
· Postural or balance issues in school-aged children.
· Prevention in at-risk infants: prematurity, low birth weight, perinatal history.
· Chronic or complex conditions requiring specialised follow-up.
· Musculoskeletal injuries: sprains, tears, postoperative rehabilitation.

Yes. Early prevention helps identify risk factors, improve postural habits and provide practical guidance for families.
It is especially useful for premature babies, children with perinatal history or whenever there are concerns about motor development.

A physiotherapy assessment is recommended if you notice:
· Limited head control.
· Marked asymmetries or a strong preference for one side.
· Difficulty tolerating tummy time or bearing weight on the arms.
· Absence of expected milestones (not rolling, not sitting with support, not moving independently).
· Atypical gait or loss of previously acquired skills.

If you are unsure, early consultation is always recommended.

Crawling typically appears between 7 and 10 months, although there is normal variability. Pediatric physiotherapy helps distinguish between typical variation and true motor difficulties.

Assessment is recommended if your baby:
· Does not tolerate tummy time.
· Moves in a very asymmetrical way.
· Avoids bearing weight on hands or knees.
·Shows hypotonia, rigidity or a marked preference for one side.

During the consultation, we assess motor development, propose adapted activities and teach simple, safe exercises to practice at home.

Positional plagiocephaly is an asymmetry in the shape of the head caused by prolonged pressure in certain positions.
Treatment includes repositioning education, supervised tummy time, manual therapy and exercises to improve cervical mobility and symmetry.
Early intervention is essential to achieve the best outcomes.

Yes. Congenital muscular torticollis is treated through postural education, gentle stretching, active movement exercises and motor development work.
Clinical guidelines recommend starting physiotherapy when no improvement is seen within the first weeks of life or when the limitation is evident from birth

Yes. When breastfeeding difficulties have a musculoskeletal or motor origin, pediatric physiotherapy can play a key role.

The approach includes:
· Assessment of muscle tone and cervical mobility.
· Gentle techniques to improve oral seal and suction.
· Positioning recommendations for the mother and baby.
· Collaboration with lactation consultants when needed.

The goal is to achieve comfortable, effective and pain-free breastfeeding.

Respiratory physiotherapy evaluates ventilation, breathing patterns and the presence of secretions to apply safe techniques that help eliminate mucus and improve comfort.
While acute bronchiolitis is mainly managed with supportive care, certain manoeuvres may help improve breathing in selected cases.

Physical activity is highly beneficial, but increased training loads can lead to overloads, recurrent pain or growth-related injuries (Osgood-Schlatter, Sever’s disease, tendinopathies, patellofemoral pain, repeated sprains…).

Pediatric sports physiotherapy helps to:
· Prevent injuries through strength, coordination and motor control exercises.
· Detect inefficient movement patterns.
· Support children during growth spurts.
· Guide a safe return to sport after injury.
· Provide advice on age-appropriate training loads.

At Movo Kids, we have specialists in pediatric sports physiotherapy who support young athletes with a dynamic and motivating approach.

In most private clinics, a referral is not required. However, when we suspect a condition that needs medical evaluation, we coordinate with pediatricians and other specialists.
Pediatric physiotherapy does not replace medical supervision. If there is any concern or uncertainty, it is advisable to consult your healthcare professional as well.