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News and insight from Franciscan about our philosophy of hope through healthcare and recent issues affecting children’s wellness.
Occupational Therapy at Franciscan Children’s
Occupational therapy (OT) practitioners enable people of all ages to live life to the fullest by helping them promote overall health and prevent, or live better with injury, illness, or… Continue Reading
Adaptive sports Education Support Services
How Adaptive Sports Can Influence Your Child’s Life
Written by Paul Ward, Director of Adaptive Sports As someone who was born with spina bifida, I know firsthand how beneficial getting involved in adaptive sports can be. Adaptive sports… Continue Reading
National Rehabilitation Week:
The Rewards of Rehab
In honor of National Rehabilitation Week, we asked a handful of our rehab staff to answer the question, “What is the most rewarding part of working as a rehabilitation professional at Franciscan Hospital for Children?”
Physical Fitness: Part of the Recipe for Success in the Classroom
Back-to-School season can mean a shift from an outdoor, active lifestyle to one focused around the classroom, and learning. But did you know that physical fitness is linked to success in the classroom?
Physical Therapy: Indoor Exercise Ideas
With shorter days and colder weather fast approaching, our Physical Therapy team celebrates National Physical Therapy Month with their indoor exercise tips to keep kids moving!
Bike Helmet Safety
Carrie Barlow, PT PCS, Director of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy programs at FHC, talks bike helmet safety and tips for happy riding!
Torticollis
Torticollis. A word that might make you think of tortoises or turtles, Torticollis is actually Latin for “twisted neck.” As a parent, you might recognize Torticollis in a few different ways. Your baby or toddler may hold their head tilted to the side, or turn their head in just one direction. Torticollis can also be associated with Plagiocephaly, or a flat head.