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RESOURCES

Developmental Milestones Checklist

Information for parents and carers regarding age expectations of gross motor milestone achievements

Download this Developmental Milestones Checklist for a frame of reference regarding the progression of gross motor skills and the age expectations these skills are acquired from Newborn to 5 years.

AWAKE TIME IDEAS

Practical advice to support your premature infant's early motor development

Download this APCP booklet for further information to show you how you can provide additional support to help your baby learn new skills in the first few months after their due date.

HEAD TURNING PREFERENCE AND PLAGIOCEPHALY

Download this APCP leaflet for further information about what plagiocephaly is, how it is caused and advice regarding positioning to improve the presentation/prevent further deterioration.

Information for parents and carers

PROMOTING PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT - LYING TO SITTING

Download this APCP leaflet for examples of some exercises to help encourage your baby to progress developmentally from lying positions to sitting positions.

Information for parents and carers

BABY WALKERS

Information for parents and carers

Download this APCP leaflet to find out why Physiotherapists and other health professionals DO NOT recommend the use of baby walkers.

FLAT FEET IN CHILDREN

Download this APCP leaflet for further information about what flat feet are, the causes of flat feet and possible treatment methods.

Information for parents and carers

INTOEING GAIT

Information for parents and carers

Download this APCP leaflet for further information about what constitutes as an intoeing gait, causes of this gait pattern and what you can do as a parent to help.

SYMPTOMATIC HYPERMOBILITY

Download this APCP leaflet for further information about what hypermobility is, common parental concerns, and what you can do as a parent to help.

Information for parents and carers

OSGOOD SCHLATTER'S DISEASE

Download this APCP leaflet for further information regarding what Osgood Schlatter's Disease is, the causes, symptoms and how to treat it.

Information for parents and carers

CHOOSING THE RIGHT SCHOOL BAG

Download this APCP leaflet for information about why it's important to choose the correct school bag, different school bag designs and tips for school/home.

Information for parents and carers

CHOOSING FOOTWEAR FOR CHILDREN

Download this APCP leaflet for more information about how to choose the correct shoes for your child's feet in order to prevent pain or structural issues in later life.

Information for parents and carers

SELECTIVE DORSAL RHIZOTOMY

Download this APCP information pack to find out what SDR is, which children are eligible for it, what SDR surgery achieves and how to find out if it the right option for you and your child.

Information for families and carers who are considering SDR surgery

STANDING FRAMES

Information for parents and carers

Download this APCP leaflet for more information regarding the benefits of standing frames, the recommended usage and how to get in/out of a standing frame.

STANDING FRAMES - SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE

Download this APCP leaflet to find out more about safety and maintenance of standing frames.

Information for parents and carers

CEREBAL PALSY

Download this to find resources and help for those families that are affected.

Information for parents and carers

BONE HEALTH

Download this APCP leaflet for information about what bone health is, how it’s affected, how to manage risk and what to expect if your child sustains a fracture.

Information for parents and carers

HEALTH TRANSITION (CARER)

Download this APCP leaflet for further information regarding what a Health Transition is, what it means for the young person you care for and helpful things you can do to make the transition from Paediatrics to Adult Care that bit easier.

Information for parents and carers

HEALTH TRANSITION (YOUNG PERSON)

Download this APCP leaflet for further information about what a Health Transition is, how it may affect their care and some helpful tips to make the transition from Paediatrics to Adult Care easier.

Information for young people

SEVER'S DISEASE

Download this APCP leaflet for more information about what Sever’s is, common signs and symptoms and some handy information about how it can be managed.

Information for parents and carers

POSITIONAL TALIPES -
CONGENITAL TALIPES CALCANEO VALGUS (CTCV) 

Download this APCP leaflet for information about what positional talipes is, how it is managed and how parents can help. This leaflet describes positional talipes where the foot points up and out.

Information for parents and carers

POSITIONAL TALIPES - CONGENITAL TALIPES EQUINO VARUS (CTEV)

Download this APCP leaflet for information about what positional talipes is, how it is managed and how parents can help. This leaflet describes positional talipes where the foot points down and in.

Information for parents and carers

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