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How Physical Therapy Can Help Your Child Thrive

When people think of physical therapy, it’s often associated with adult injuries, post-surgery, or trauma-related rehabilitation. This is all accurate, of course, physical therapy helps people regain mobility after they have been injured. The profession of physical therapy has made incredible strides in recent decades in regard to developmental deficiencies in babies and children. Early […]

A Look At Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder & Its Common Signs

The condition of ADHD is often discussed by parents who suspect their child may have trouble concentrating or focusing on tasks at hand. It seems the condition has made it into the mainstream in the past few decades. For many, it might seem that this condition has suddenly worsened or that it is a relatively […]

Short Term and Long Term Benefits of Speech Therapy For Your Child

A child’s development is not black and white. As human beings, there is a myriad of factors and characteristics that make us all different, not to mention biological and environmental differences. As with other skills and milestones, the age kids begin speaking can vary. These differences are not always a clear indication of anything. Take […]

The History of Physical Therapy and Why Pediatric PT is so Important

People point to different points in history as the start of physical therapy. In many ways, it’s because physical therapy was not always a ‘profession’ per se. Yet, ideas of physical therapy have originated as early as 1813. People early on begin to see that physical rehabilitation was a big part of a lot of […]

COVID-19 Update

As of today, Pasitos Clinic will continue to provide all therapy services. In the even that local and state health officials do recommend closure of business or we determine it is in the best interest of Pasitos Clinic to suspend therapy sessions, we will inform everyone to the best of our abilities through our website, […]

Showing Love to an Autistic Child

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and it’s time to show everyone all kinds of love, not just the romantic kind. It’s the time to show love to everyone in your life that you deeply care about. Your children are some of the most important aspects of your life and you love them greatly. Showing […]

Keeping Your Child Safe and Comfortable During Holiday Festivities

It is the most festive time of the year and everyone is in the holiday spirit. For many people, holiday parties and large celebrations are a fun and exciting way to spend time with friends and family, but for children with autism and other behavioral disorders, these large gatherings can become overwhelming and uncomfortable for […]

Occupational Therapy: How It Benefits Your Child

Occupational therapy, as the name suggests, is simply therapy intended to help patients with everyday tasks, activities, and life roles. Occupational therapy is typically associated with older adults or victims of injury, but can also be offered for children or individuals with mental illness. At Pasitos Clinic, we offer pediatric occupational therapy, which helps children […]

The History and Amazing Advancements in Down Syndrome Therapy

Our society has come a long way in understanding Down Syndrome. Today, a person diagnosed with the condition will lead a happy, fulfilled, and productive life. With tons of activities and support opportunities, including job placement, athletic events, and special education, everyone is offered an opportunity to meet their potential. The medical history of treatment […]

Autumn Activities for Children with Autism

Although the autumn season is on the horizon, the Sun City’s temperatures will surely remain in the high 90s and low 100s for at least a few more weeks. If your child is on the autism spectrum and you’re looking for great activities to partake in this fall season, then Pasitos Clinic can help! With […]