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Pediatric physiatry

We help children improve movement, strength and independence after illness, injury or chronic conditions. Our specialists provide personalized rehabilitation care and support for families.

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Diagnostic tests and treatment

Because a child’s physical limitations can be the result of many different factors, an accurate diagnosis is essential to restoring their independence. We provide personalized, inpatient and outpatient consultations that will get to the root cause of a child’s discomfort and mobility issues. Our diagnostic tools include electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies, which test the health of muscles and the nerves that control them. 

We understand that kids just want to be kids and those with physically-limiting conditions are no different. That’s why we focus on making our patients’ lives more enjoyable and comfortable. We create customized treatment plans that aim to improve strength and endurance. In some cases, orthotic and prosthetic devices and customized medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, strollers, standers and walkers, may be recommended.

In addition, Atlantic Health offers feeding therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, audiology, speech and language therapy, and non-surgical spasticity management services for children.  

Physician services are provided through Atlantic Medical Group and are on staff at Goryeb Children's Hospital.

Pediatric Rehabilitation Services

Patient Stories

"Here before my eyes, my six-year-old daughter was standing totally upright for the first time in her life with her feet completely flat on the floor. She can now walk on her own with a walker, lay flat on her stomach, and sit criss-cross applesauce. The surgery was a game-changer. It has made her life easier and pain-free."

Yiselle, Samantha's mother

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Pediatric articles

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