Many expectant mothers have been informed of the risks of various medical and health conditions that a child with Down Syndrome could possibly have which implies that having a child with Down Syndrome mean having a child with severe cognitive impairments. However, this is not true, and...
The truth is children with Down Syndrome like every other typically developing child are capable of doing anything they want with the right training, support and preparation. Like anyone who decides to run a marathon, preparation and training is required months before the event in order to...
Most babies start sitting independently between 4 to 7 months old. Initially, they may need some support or might use their hands for balance, but by around 8 months, many can sit well without support. If your baby is 9 months old and still needing to...
Did you know that research has shown that Tension Headaches are NOT directly related to physical activity .Tension Headaches are caused by the dysfunction of the first 3 joints in the neck! Stopping physical activity is not the answer to relieving your Tension Headaches! The key to becoming Tension Headache-free is...
Foot bones have primary ossification centers where the bones start forming as early as 2 months gestational age, and secondary ossification centers which appear later, after birth from 6 months old and then eventually these bone centers fuse with the lower leg bone. The bones in the...
Scoliosis is characterised by several key features that can vary in presentation depending on the severity and type of the curvature. The primary feature is an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine, but there are other associated signs and symptoms that can be observed: 1. Visible...
Positional plagiocephaly describes a flattened spot on an infant's head. This can develop if a baby lies with their head in one position for long periods of time during the first months of life. Positional plagiocephaly is a relatively common condition, with an estimated prevalence between...