Ferrer Pediatrics

Ferrer Pediatrics Ferrer Pediaric Physical Therapy is a private Physical Therapy practice with excellent rehabilitatio

We offer tips and recommendations for parents and therapists to use with their children and patients. Please exercise caution when applying any of our tips to the treatment of your children or patients. The tips offered may work for certain conditions and diagnoses and not for others. Always consult with a health care professional if you are unsure about whether a tip will be safe for your child. We can also assist you to determine whether or not you can use any of our tips for your child.

09/09/2026

When the knees and legs are not properly aligned, abnormal forces can affect the hips and may increase the risk of hip migration or subluxation. In this treatment, we focus on improving alignment and positioning from the beginning—using casting, the RotaHugger, and hands-on therapy to help guide the body into a more optimal position. As alignment improves, we can see changes in his body position and movement throughout the sessions. Our goal is to create better alignment today to support healthier movement and hip positioning over time.

09/08/2026


Today’s tip helps children strengthen their legs and prevent knee hyperextension! 💪🦵
                                                                                                                                                 
Be sure to share this tip if you think it might benefit others!

Always consult with your local therapist to determine if this activity is safe and appropriate for your child.

If you have difficulty performing this tip, don’t hesitate to contact me via direct message — I’ll do my best to respond within 24 hours!

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For this tip you’ll need ski boots and (optionally) a derotation strap if your child tends to in-toe on one side.
The ski boots help keep the knees from locking back. Start by walking together to check balance and proper movement, then make it fun! try stepping over small obstacles while you assist for balance!
This simple activity strengthens key muscles and improves alignment.
Continue the activity as tolerated, or until the child is no longer able to hyperextend at the knee.
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09/07/2026

Proper positioning can help support hip alignment during standing and walking while allowing the child to continue moving and practicing.

09/06/2026

Before and after with Dynamic Flex Cast, showing the change in foot and ankle position with improved alignment. The goal is not simply to change the position of the foot, but to help create a more optimal starting point for movement and function.

09/05/2026

A small change in positioning can make a big difference. With the RotaHugger, we can see improved alignment and a more organized position as the child moves.
Disclaimer: The RotaHugger is for positioning and movement and is not intended for sleeping.

09/04/2026

Alignment is the foundation for preventing further complications. In this video, we are working to improve the child’s alignment and provide the support needed to maintain better positioning, with the goal of reducing compensations and avoiding the need for additional assistance as much as possible. Every intervention is individualized to support the child’s current needs and promote better movement and function.

09/03/2026

CIMT in action! The upper-extremity cast encourages active use, while the RotaHugger positions the arm in supination to support better alignment during practice.

09/02/2026

Today we celebrated the graduation of our Dynamic Flex Cast therapists after four days of hands-on learning, real cases, and clinical practice. As they return to their clinics to continue mastering their skills, we begin a new chapter here in Europe—working with children and families through intensive training and treatment. One chapter ends, and another begins.

09/01/2026

Today we wrapped up the final day of Dynamic Flex Cast training in Europe. What an incredible four days of learning, hands-on practice, real cases, and clinical reasoning. Now these therapists return to their own clinics, where practice will help them build confidence and master these skills. And for us, a new chapter begins—teaching families about the programs and treatments that can support their children. The journey continues!

08/31/2026

Day 3 was intense! Everyone worked with real cases, learning to look beyond the cast and understand the condition from its root. They analyzed the alignment, worked through their clinical reasoning, applied the DFC concepts, and observed the results of their interventions. It was a full day of hands-on learning, problem-solving, and teamwork. Tomorrow is our 4th day, and I can’t wait to see how they finish this incredible experience!

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Coralville, IA
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Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
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