Pediatric Physical Therapy Services

Our physical therapists evaluate and treat premature babies, full-term infants, young children, pre-teens, and teenagers having health issues associated with motor development and movement dysfunction. Motor and movement dysfunctions are frequently identified at birth or in early childhood but can appear at any point along the continuum to young adulthood.

Our physical therapists believe in sharing ideas between therapists, among members of our multidisciplinary team, and with parents and families. As a parent, you can count on this collaborative approach. We deliver the best outcomes for your child because we invest in a trained workforce, collaboration, and teamwork.

Our therapists evaluate and treat children with a broad range of pediatric conditions and injuries, including:

  • Gait abnormalities
  • Torticollis and plagiocephaly
  • Neurologic conditions:
    • Cerebral palsy
    • Muscular dystrophy
    • Spinal muscular atrophy
    • Infantile spasms
    • Spina bifida
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Traumatic brain injury
    • Spinal cord injury
  • Developmental or gross motor delay
  • Orthopedic conditions:
    • Post-fracture
    • Post-surgery
    • Sports injuries
    • Scoliosis
  • Autism
  • Hypotonia or hypertonia
  • Incoordination
  • Genetic disorders:
  • Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Cardiopulmonary disorders

Physical Therapy Evaluations

We start with a thorough baseline evaluation of your child, which usually takes about one hour. Our therapists will examine and observe your child while exploring your child’s medical history, discussing their health issues, and talking with you about the goals of therapy. At the close of the evaluation, our therapists will present their findings and results, and give you a plan for therapy tailored to your child’s needs. The plan will include a proposed schedule and frequency for therapy visits.

The goals of our physical therapy treatments are to maximize your child’s:

  • Developmentally-appropriate body movements and functions
  • Potential for pain-free living
  • Ability to participate in daily activities like school, sports, and other recreational activities

Physical Therapy Treatment

Your child’s therapy, depending on the treatment plan, can include many different therapeutic modalities, including some of the following:

  • Tailored exercises
  • Elongating tight muscles and strengthening weak muscles during active exercise
  • Specialized equipment to help your child meet their goals
  • Training children in the use of assistive and adaptive devices such as braces, various crutches, and walkers
  • Application of advanced knowledge regarding motor development
  • Sport specific rehabilitation to ensure timely return to sport
  • Individualized home program with instructions for exercises and positioning to meet your child’s needs
In-Network Insurance
Provider

In-network provider for all major Colorado insurance providers

Simplified Scheduling

Structured appointment schedules allow patients to get immediate access to therapy services

Expert
Therapists

Our therapists are pediatric focused and nationally recognized

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Parent Testimonials
As a parent of a child with autism, I've always wanted him to be able to create meaningful friendships with kids his age. From the first time my son walked into Summit Pediatric Therapy, he was made to feel warm and welcome. His pediatric therapists worked tirelessly to help him develop the skills to start creating friendships. We are thankful for the life skills they helped him develop.
Summit Pediatric Therapy
2018-07-09T15:29:05-06:00
“Provider of Pediatric Speech, Occupational, Physical & Feeding Therapy to patients throughout Aurora, Centennial, Denver & Littleton”
As a parent of a child with autism, I’ve always wanted him to be able to create meaningful friendships with kids his age. From the first time my son walked into Summit Pediatric Therapy, he was made to feel warm and welcome. His pediatric therapists 
This letter was provided to Speech-Language Pathologist, Tara Lujan, MA, CCC-SLP

Summit Pediatric Therapy
2019-07-10T10:52:16-06:00
“Provider of Pediatric Speech, Occupational, Physical & Feeding Therapy to patients throughout Aurora, Centennial, Denver & Littleton”
This letter was provided to Speech-Language Pathologist, Tara Lujan, MA, CCC-SLP
Alex Bresler, MA, CCC-SLP is amazing. Lauren loves her and she has been so patient with her and really worked hard to build a positive relationship.
Summit Pediatric Therapy
2019-06-13T09:17:41-06:00
“Provider of Pediatric Speech, Occupational, Physical & Feeding Therapy to patients throughout Aurora, Centennial, Denver & Littleton”
Alex Bresler, MA, CCC-SLP is amazing. Lauren loves her and she has been so patient with her and really worked hard to build a positive relationship.
Maggie Henrksen, MA, CCC-SLP is amazing and extremely professional and proactive. My son loves going to talk with each week. Both the school and I have seen great progress with my son!

Very Happy - Thank you!!
Summit Pediatric Therapy
2019-06-13T08:37:52-06:00
“Provider of Pediatric Speech, Occupational, Physical & Feeding Therapy to patients throughout Aurora, Centennial, Denver & Littleton”
Maggie Henrksen, MA, CCC-SLP is amazing and extremely professional and proactive. My son loves going to talk with each week. Both the school and I have seen great progress with my son! Very Happy – Thank you!!
Claire Beynon-Powell, MS, CCC-SLP is great with my 13 year old. She respects him and never talks down to him.
Summit Pediatric Therapy
2019-06-13T08:40:37-06:00
“Provider of Pediatric Speech, Occupational, Physical & Feeding Therapy to patients throughout Aurora, Centennial, Denver & Littleton”
Claire Beynon-Powell, MS, CCC-SLP is great with my 13 year old. She respects him and never talks down to him.
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