Physical Health and Activity in Little People

Today in the studio we meet Siobhan (Shiv) Pickard, a Paediatric Physiotherapist for the Far West Local Health District. Shiv discusses the difference between occupational therapy and physiotherapy, and why a child might be referred to a physiotherapist, key milestone and development windows for children, and when a parent or care giver should reach out to a physiotherapist. Shiv talks about the importance of physical activity and their commended amount of daily physical activity; the amount might surprise you.   You might also be surprised to learn there is two pieces of common equipment not recommended for babies and toddlers.  Do you know what they are?  Stay tuned to find out more, the results may surprise you. Hosted by Rebecca Smith and produced by Juanita White forthe Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information.  If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):  https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/successLicense code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN