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Physiotherapy Services for Children
📍 Clayton & Heidelberg
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✨ Equipment Spotlight: The Standing Frame ✨A standing frame is a supportive piece of equipment that helps children achie...
12/06/2026

✨ Equipment Spotlight: The Standing Frame ✨

A standing frame is a supportive piece of equipment that helps children achieve and maintain an upright standing position, even if they are not yet able to stand independently. 💙

It is commonly used for children with cerebral palsy, hypotonia, and other neuromuscular conditions.

Why does standing matter? 🌟

✅ Supports bone density and joint development
✅ Assists bowel and bladder function
✅ Improves head, trunk, and shoulder control
✅ Creates new opportunities for play, learning, and social participation

Every standing frame program is tailored to the individual child. A paediatric physiotherapist assesses suitability, sets up optimal positioning, prescribes the right dosage, and monitors progress over time. 👣

📍 Supporting families across Melbourne's east and south-east, including Glen Waverley.

📍 Heidelberg & Clayton South, VIC

💬 Wondering whether a standing program could benefit your child? Send us a message to learn more.

10/06/2026

My Top 5 Horror Movies... Paeds Physio Edition! 🎬

The scariest stories aren't always on the big screen.

Sometimes they're the signs parents are told to "wait and see."

🩸 STILL — Not walking by 18 months
🩸 GRAVITY — Frequent falls and clumsiness
🩸 ON YOUR TOES — Persistent tiptoe walking
🩸 THE DRIFT — Favouring one side or weakness
🩸 LEFT BEHIND — Struggling to keep up with peers

The good news?

Unlike horror movies, these stories don't have to end badly.

Early assessment can help identify whether a child simply needs monitoring, extra support, or further investigation. Trust your instincts—if something doesn't feel quite right, it's worth asking the question.

Which poster is your favourite? 👇

⚠️ This post is for general information only and isn't a substitute for individual medical advice. If you have concerns about your child's development, speak with your healthcare professional or contact us to discuss whether a physiotherapy assessment may be appropriate.

🦴 DDH in babies — one of the most common hip conditions, and one of the most commonly missed.Developmental Dysplasia of ...
03/06/2026

🦴 DDH in babies — one of the most common hip conditions, and one of the most commonly missed.

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) affects around 1 in 100 newborns. It occurs when the hip joint hasn't developed properly, causing the ball of the hip to sit loosely, partially out, or fully out of the socket.

✨ The good news? When identified early, many cases respond very well to non-surgical treatment.

At FSTS Paediatric Physiotherapy, we can assess your child's movement, provide hip-healthy positioning advice, and work alongside your GP or paediatrician to support early intervention and healthy development. 💙

📖 Our full DDH blog is now live — check the link in our bio!

📍 Clayton South & Heidelberg, VIC

❄️ Today is the International Day for Protection of Children 💙👧👦Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowe...
02/06/2026

❄️ Today is the International Day for Protection of Children 💙👧👦

Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered to move through their world with confidence.

For some children, that journey takes a little extra support — and that's where paediatric physiotherapy can help. 🌟

At FSTS Paediatric Physiotherapy, we're proud to work alongside families across Melbourne, helping children move, grow, and thrive through the colder months and beyond. Whether it's enjoying a warm hydrotherapy session 💦, participating in a winter-friendly group class 🤸, or following a home program that feels more like play than therapy 🎈, we're here to support every step of the journey.

Because every child deserves the opportunity to build confidence, independence, and a love of movement. ✨

📍 Heidelberg & Clayton South, VIC

💬 If your child could benefit from extra movement support this winter, we'd love to chat.

❄️ Winter is Coming — But Movement Doesn’t Have to Stop! 🧸✨As the weather gets colder and outdoor play becomes trickier,...
30/05/2026

❄️ Winter is Coming — But Movement Doesn’t Have to Stop! 🧸✨

As the weather gets colder and outdoor play becomes trickier, it’s easy for kids to become less active. But staying active during winter is still so important for children’s strength, coordination, confidence, and overall wellbeing 💙

Here are some fun indoor movement ideas to try at home this winter:

🏠 Indoor obstacle courses using cushions, pillows, and tunnels
🐻 Animal walks — bear crawls, crab walks, and frog jumps
🎈 Balloon volleyball in the living room
⚖️ Balance challenges on cushions or pillows
💃 Dance breaks between screen time

These simple activities help support:
✨ Strength
✨ Balance & coordination
✨ Motor skills
✨ Creativity & confidence

— all without needing to brave the cold! ☕❄️

At FSTS Paediatric Physiotherapy, we’re here to help keep your child moving, learning, and thriving all year round 🤸‍♀️💫

📍 Heidelberg & Clayton, VIC
💬 Message us if you’d like more movement ideas tailored to your child
📌 Save this post for your winter activity kit!

Global Accessibility Awareness Day 💫 (21 May) ♿Accessibility is about more than physical spaces — it's about creating ge...
21/05/2026

Global Accessibility Awareness Day 💫 (21 May) ♿

Accessibility is about more than physical spaces — it's about creating genuine opportunities for every child to participate, grow, and thrive. 🌱

At FSTS Paediatric Physiotherapy, we are committed to inclusive, family-centred care that meets each child where they are and supports their individual goals. 💙

Because every child deserves the chance to move, play, and belong. ✨🤸‍♂️

🔗 To mark the day, check out our latest blog (link in bio!) on how families can use NDIS funding to claim consumables and low-cost assistive technology — small supports that can make a big difference in your child's everyday participation.

📍 Heidelberg & Clayton, VIC

💬 Message us if you'd like to know more about how we can support your child

Happy Mother's Day 💐💕To every mum, grandmother, carer, and mother figure in our FSTS community — today we celebrate you....
09/05/2026

Happy Mother's Day 💐💕

To every mum, grandmother, carer, and mother figure in our FSTS community — today we celebrate you. 🌸

The love, patience, and dedication you bring to your children every single day is extraordinary. ✨ Thank you for trusting us to be part of your child's journey. 💙

From all of us at FSTS — Happy Mother's Day 🌷

📍 Heidelberg & Clayton, VIC

08/05/2026

Have you heard about hydrotherapy? 🌊

It's water-based therapy designed to help children develop:
💪 Strength
⚖️ Balance
🧠 Movement & confidence

The buoyancy of water makes movement easier and safer, so participants can achieve more with less strain on their bodies. Low-impact, high-impact results!

Available at FSTS Heidelberg & Clayton.

Get in touch to find out if hydro is right for your child 💙

26/04/2026

What exactly does a paediatric physiotherapist do? 🤔👶

They help children build movement, strength, coordination, and confidence — all through activities that feel natural, engaging, and fun 🎈✨

At FSTS, we take a play-based, family-centred approach to physiotherapy, supporting kids in developing everyday skills like running 🏃‍♂️, climbing 🧗‍♀️, balancing ⚖️, and walking 🚶‍♀️.

Because every child is unique, each therapy plan is thoughtfully tailored to their individual needs 💙

📍 Heidelberg & Clayton, VIC
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Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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