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.

04/24/2026

Apparently my veggies in the fridge have been practicing alignment too 😂
If only it were this easy! In real life, it takes consistency, the right support, and a little patience… but little by little, those changes add up.”

04/22/2026

This child came to us as a demo during our training in Mexico City. He currently uses braces and has undergone multiple surgeries with the goal of improving his mobility; however, at this stage, he is unable to move independently and lacks proper alignment. It is evident that he has not yet received a treatment approach that fully addresses his alignment needs. This outcome reflects the changes we were able to achieve during a single visit as part of the hands-on training.

04/21/2026


Today’s tip focuses on improving coordination, alignment, and strength in children with hemiplegia or weakness on one side of the body.
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 activity, feel free to send me a direct message—I will do my best to respond within 24 hours.
Access our education platform here: http://www.ferrerpediatrics.com/education
If you are a parent or therapist looking for ideas, tips, and exercise routines to support continued progress, consider subscribing to our parent education page. It is updated monthly with new content and practical activities you can implement at home. (You can unsubscribe at any time.)

04/21/2026

In this session, we use the RotaHugger to guide better lower body positioning and the HeroHug to support trunk control. Our goal is to help the child develop more organized movement patterns and improved postural control through targeted, hands-on support.

04/20/2026

I’m excited to introduce our new group of therapists from Mexico, now trained in the Dynamic Flex Cast Level 1 technique. Throughout their training, they practiced the technique in different positions and were able to observe changes before, during, and after treatment. They’ve now completed their first independent applications and are ready to begin working with their own patients, continuing to build skill, confidence, and clinical reasoning with every case.

04/19/2026

In this training, we’re focusing on improving alignment in children with CP through Dynamic Flex Cast, using tools like RotaHugger, HeroHug, and casting. By guiding the body into better positioning, we can support more efficient and functional movement. It’s inspiring to see therapists learning, practicing, and refining these techniques to create meaningful changes for the children they work with.

04/18/2026

Today was Day 2 of our Dynamic Flex Cast class in Mexico City, where a dedicated group of therapists is training to better support children across the country. With strong results in improving alignment and movement, this technique continues to make a real impact. We’re also grateful to have Laura from Laufisiopediatric as our Teacher Assistant, helping guide the learning throughout the day.

04/16/2026

This is a testimonial from a family who came to us several years ago. At that time, their child was said to be walking well with an AFO; however, as you can see, this often does not correct or address the root of the problem. It is essential to understand where the issue is coming from in order to truly help children achieve better alignment and more efficient movement.

04/15/2026

In the MTF program, we place a strong emphasis on alignment as the foundation for progress. By improving the child’s position, we create better conditions to begin strengthening muscles more effectively, supporting more efficient movement patterns over time.

04/14/2026

Happy ! Today’s tip is perfect for helping children with alignment challenges, particularly when the affected leg rotates inward more than the non-affected leg, using the RotaHugger. Please note that the child featured in the video does not have any medical condition and is used solely for demonstration purposes.

Feel free to share this tip if you think it might help others! Always consult with your local therapist to ensure this activity is safe and suitable for your child. If you encounter any difficulties while performing this activity, don’t hesitate to contact me via direct message, and I’ll respond within 24 hours.

For more resources, visit our educational platform at www.ferrerpediatrics.com/education (http://www.ferrerpediatrics.com/education). If you’re a parent or therapist seeking ideas, tips, and exercise routines to support your child’s progress, subscribe to our parent education page. It’s updated regularly with unique content and activities, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

For this activity, you’ll need a derotation strap or a RotaHugger. Have the child lie on their back and position the RotaHugger around their waist as shown in the video. To align the affected side in outward turning, gently hold the affected leg outward and secure the RotaHugger with tension near the groin area, wrapping it down the leg as needed, either above or below the knee.
Next, use the unaffected side to pull the RotaHugger, increasing pelvic rotation and encouraging outward turning of the leg on the affected side. When applying the RotaHugger on the non-affected side, the tension should be lighter near the groin area and firmer around the leg, with no tension on the non-affected side.
Once the RotaHugger is properly adjusted, have the child sit to ensure the affected side shows improved outward turning compared to the non-affected side. Practice the therapy activities while ensuring the child remains comfortabl
e and properly aligned with the RotaHugger.

04/12/2026

For everyone who has been asking about the HeroHug and how we use it for CIMT, this is a guide to help you understand how to use it and how to find it. If you’re interested in ordering or learning more, please visit ferrerpediatrics.com and look under the products we offer.

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2018 Timber Lane
Coralville, IA
52241

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 12am

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http://www.ferrerpediatrics.com/

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