Empowering Families: The Heart of Pediatric Therapy
Sydney Blankenship
Physical Therapist
at Ladder Health
Physical Therapist Sydney Blankenship, PT, DPT of Ladder Health shares her perspective on the importance of caregiver-mediated intervention—an approach that blends clinical guidance with everyday family interactions to support meaningful, lasting progress. Navigating pediatric therapy can be overwhelming for families, but when caregivers are active participants, the impact on a child’s development can be profound. When families are engaged, therapy becomes a natural part of daily life. Providers who collaborate with caregivers to create personalized, realistic goals help build caregiver confidence and strengthen their ability to support their child. Open communication, consistent participation, and integrating therapy into daily routines all lead to more effective outcomes and deeper connections. Empowering families to see their critical role in therapy not only benefits the child but also strengthens the family unit as a whole.
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