Paediatric Neuromotor Screening

Elementary Health's Pilates club in Cambridge is thrilled to announce a special event focused on Paediatric Neuromotor Screening. This event is aimed at parents and caregivers who are interested in ensuring the optimal development of their children's nervous system and movement abilities.

Led by Michael Parr, an experienced osteopath and physical rehabilitation specialist at Elementary Health, this screening service is available for all children from birth to 3 months of age and beyond. Michael has undergone extensive post-graduate training in paediatric assessment and infant care, including the latest techniques and methods in neuromotor assessment and paediatric physical rehabilitation.

The purpose of this screening service is to closely observe and assess the developmental progress of an infant's nervous system as they learn to move and express their movement capabilities. It is highly recommended to schedule regular check-ups at key developmental milestones throughout the early years to ensure optimal development.

Throughout the screening process, the focus is on observing movements and screening for any delays or non-optimal movement skills that typically occur in a chronological order during the first few years of life. By identifying any variations or non-optimal movements early on, interventions can be put in place to support the infant's optimal movement patterns.

These neuro-motor assessments also play a vital role in early detection of potential health issues and should be used in conjunction with regular health service assessments and primary care appointments. The team at Elementary Health has undergone specialised training and possesses in-depth knowledge in performing detailed baby assessments and paediatric developmental assessments. They also provide staged milestone follow-ups to closely monitor an infant's progress.

The assessments conducted at Elementary Health are based on a developmental kinesiology approach, which incorporates neurophysiological and biomechanical principles of the locomotor system and the quality of the central nervous system. Various screening methods are used to assess motor control, motor programs, motor behaviour, respiratory structural and developmental disturbances, muscle stabilisation, internal forces generated, and postural role.

Overall, the Paediatric Neuromotor Screening offered by Elementary Health aims to support and monitor an infant's motor development throughout early developmental stages and beyond. By ensuring optimal movement patterns and addressing any potential issues, this screening service provides invaluable assistance in promoting the healthy development of children.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn more about your child's motor development! Join Elementary Health's Pilates club in Cambridge for this informative and important event on Paediatric Neuromotor Screening. Register now and give your child the best start in life!