Teletherapy is a treatment method that uses technology to provide remote therapy. It is important to understand that Teletherapy is not a different therapy service; it is just a different way of performing the same effective & evidenced based therapy practices, utilizing technology to connect the therapist and child from two remote locations in a highly interactive and effective way.
Our practice has been able to successfully incorporate all three core disciplines of pediatric therapy (ST, OT & PT) via Teletherapy with the same amazing outcomes as in-office sessions.
Benefits of Teletherapy!!!
1.
Time Saving & Convenience of Sessions
- Never have to worry with traffic, inclement weather, transportation issues.
- Sessions start in a timely manner while allowing for more time for parent consultation & education.
- Sessions take place in the comfort of the child's home with use of their personal
toys, materials & space!
2.
Visibility & Access of Child's Everyday Environment
- Clinicians are better able to assess & utilize the client's:
- stairs/flooring for crawling/walking (PT)
- clothes for dressing self (OT)
- toiletries/restroom for grooming & toileting (OT, PT)
- feeding space/utensils/equipment(OT, ST)
- personal toys & books! (OT, PT, ST)
3. Parent Engagement
- Parents are able to directly observe and practice therapy strategies for carryover and maintenance of skills learned via parent coaching model!
- Parents are able to immediately ask questions and receive response from therapist in real time.