Children's Physiotherapy

child having physiotherapy

Children’s Physiotherapy Services treat and care for babies, children and young people aged 0-19 years with a wide variety of conditions including, respiratory, neurological, musculoskeletal and rheumatology.

We aim to help restore and develop a child’s movement and function due to accident, injury disease or disability. We work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team, occupational therapy, parents or guardians and child to maximise their physical ability and independence.

Contact and referral

Referrals

Referrals are accepted for individuals from:

  • GP’s
  • Acute and Community Paediatric Services
  • Allied Health Professionals


Contact information

Paediatric Physiotherapy
Paediatric Outpatient Department
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road

DE22 3NE

Telephone: 01332 785539

Email: dhft.kidsphysio@nhs.net

Children's Respiratory Physiotherapy

Children's Respiratory Physiotherapy support children with breathing difficulties and disorders, to help keep their air-ways open and clear.

Common conditions we support include:

  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Dysfunctional Breathing
  • Recurrent Chest Infections


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