Perfect Balance Rehabilitation Centre · Reem Island
Pediatric Physiotherapy in Abu Dhabi
Specialist physiotherapy for babies, children and young people experiencing movement, developmental, neurological or musculoskeletal challenges. Care is shaped around your child’s needs, daily life and family goals.
- Specialist paediatric experience
- Individualised assessment
- Family-centred care
When to consider an assessment
When pediatric physiotherapy may help
Children develop movement skills at different rates. A physiotherapy assessment may be useful when movement differences affect comfort, confidence or participation at home, nursery, school or play.
Difficulty standing or walking
Balance difficulties or frequent falls
Coordination challenges
Unusual or inefficient walking patterns
Childhood musculoskeletal pain or injury
An assessment does not assume that something is wrong. It helps clarify your child’s strengths, current needs and whether physiotherapy or another form of support may be appropriate.
Your paediatric physiotherapist
Specialist care led by paediatric experience
Sarah Crichton is a British Paediatric Physiotherapist with 16 years of NHS experience. She has worked across children’s wards, including Paediatric Intensive Care and High Dependency, as well as specialist community services, clinics, homes and schools.
Her work focuses on gross motor development, mobility and participation. She uses a family-centred, play-based approach and sets practical goals with parents and caregivers around activities that matter in everyday life.
- 16 years
- NHS experience
- DOH & HCPC
- Registered
Your first visit
A clear, child-friendly assessment experience
Depending on your child’s age, needs and reason for attending, the appointment may include the following.
- 01
Listen and understand
Discussion with a parent or caregiver about current concerns, medical or developmental history and activities that are difficult or important.
- 02
Observe movement
Age-appropriate observation of posture, mobility and how your child moves through play or everyday tasks.
- 03
Assess relevant skills
Where appropriate, Sarah may assess strength, balance, coordination, gross motor function, walking or endurance.
- 04
Agree practical next steps
You will discuss findings, meaningful goals and whether treatment, home guidance, monitoring or liaison with another professional is suitable.
Individualised treatment
Building movement skills through purposeful activity
Treatment is based on assessment rather than a standard programme. Activities are selected to be age-appropriate, achievable and connected to how your child wants or needs to move.
Learn about therapeutic play
- Gross motor development and functional mobility
- Strength and endurance for everyday activity
- Balance, coordination and motor control
- Gait re-education and movement practice
- Posture and postural management
- Neuromuscular rehabilitation
- Parent or caregiver education and home activities
Family-centred care
Goals that make sense in everyday life
With consent and where relevant, care may involve communication with a child’s paediatrician, school or other treating professionals. Perfect Balance also provides Pediatric Occupational Therapy and Pediatric Speech & Language Therapy; these remain distinct services and are considered only when appropriate to the child’s needs.
Perfect Balance, Abu Dhabi
Specialist support in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation setting
- Specialist paediatric clinician
- Child- and family-centred goals
- Parent education and practical guidance
- Relevant links with other PBRC disciplines
Parent resource
Not sure whether an assessment is the right next step?
Read the Parent Guide
Frequently asked questions
Pediatric physiotherapy FAQs
Answers are general. Our team can advise on practical booking questions, while clinical recommendations follow assessment.
What does a pediatric physiotherapist do?
A pediatric physiotherapist assesses and supports movement, physical development and participation in babies, children and young people. Care is tailored to the child’s age, needs and goals.
When should I consider an assessment for my child?
You may consider an assessment if you are concerned about movement milestones, walking, frequent falls, balance, coordination, weakness, asymmetry, pain or difficulty returning to normal activity. A professional can help determine whether physiotherapy is appropriate.
Can physiotherapy help with delayed walking?
Physiotherapy may help some children by assessing strength, balance, mobility and movement patterns, then providing individualised activities and guidance. The appropriate plan depends on the child and the reasons for the delay.
Can pediatric physiotherapy support balance and coordination?
Yes. A physiotherapist can assess balance and coordination and discuss whether support may be appropriate.
What happens at the first appointment?
The physiotherapist will usually speak with the parent or caregiver, review relevant history, observe the child’s movement and assess appropriate physical skills. Findings and next steps are then discussed with the family.
Do parents attend sessions?
Parent and caregiver involvement is an important part of Sarah’s family-centred approach. The most suitable level of involvement can be discussed according to the child’s age, comfort and treatment goals.
Where is Perfect Balance in Abu Dhabi?
Perfect Balance Rehabilitation Centre is on the 21st Floor of Tamouh Tower, Marina Square, Reem Island, Abu Dhabi.
Talk with our team
Request a pediatric physiotherapy appointment
If you are unsure whether physiotherapy is suitable, tell us what you have noticed and our team can help with the appropriate next booking step.