When should I consider physical therapy for my child?

If your baby or toddler isn’t meeting movement milestones—like rolling, sitting, crawling, or walking—or seems unusually stiff or floppy, a pediatric PT evaluation can help identify and address delays early.

Do you offer in-home physical therapy?

Yes. We provide in-home physical therapy throughout NYC, allowing your child to learn and move in their natural environment. Sessions are personalized and designed around your child’s play routines.

What is pediatric pelvic floor therapy?

Pediatric pelvic floor therapy helps children learn to coordinate the muscles that control urination and bowel movements. Sessions include body awareness activities, gentle exercises, and education for parents—always in a playful, comfortable environment.

Does pelvic floor therapy include internal exams?

No. Our pediatric pelvic floor sessions do not include internal work. We use external palpation, movement-based exercises, and biofeedback technology to help children understand and control their pelvic muscles.

How can physical therapy help with potty training?

Therapy supports potty training by improving body awareness, coordination, and relaxation of the pelvic floor muscles. We also teach families routines and strategies for healthy toileting habits.

What types of bladder or bowel issues can therapy help with?

We help children who experience constipation, daytime accidents, urinary urgency, bedwetting, or withholding behaviors. Early support can prevent frustration and build confidence.

Do parents stay during sessions?

Yes, a parent or caregiver is always present. We coach families on activities to continue at home so progress carries over between sessions.

Do you accept insurance?

We are an out-of-network, cash-based practice. We provide detailed invoices you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.

What ages do you treat?

We specialize in infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children (0–5 years), with a focus on early intervention and empowering families through education and play-based exercises.

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Frequently Asked Questions?

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How do I know if my child needs PT or OT?

We recommend that children who are 1-2 months behind expected milestone timelines engage in pediatric physical or occupational therapy services. You can assess their motor milestone progress using our checklist HERE.

What does a pediatric physical therapist do?

Pediatric physical therapists help children explore their environment and meet motor milestones by using play based interventions to improve strength, coordination, and balance. Our pediatric physical therapists also provide pelvic floor pediatric therapy to assist in constipation, incontinence, bed wetting, and toilet training.

What does a pediatric Occupational therapist do?

Pediatric occupational therapists help children explore their environment and meet social emotional and developmental milestones by using play based interventions to improve sensory regulation, body awareness, coordination, interaction with friends/siblings/parents.

Is in-home therapy right for my child?

In-home services allow your child to get all encompassing care in the comfort of your home. When we treated patients in clinic, patients cancelled due to unforeseen transportation or childcare troubles 27% of the time. Now with in-home therapy patients rarely, if ever cancel (<3% of the time).

Are physical and occupational therapy sessions covered by insurance?

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At EMpower, we charge one flat fee rate for each appointment, no surprising bills 3 months later with a rate higher than you were expecting.

Provide us with a picture of your insurance card and we take it from there! We will explain your plan’s benefits and recommend next steps from there. Our patients with commercial insurance typically receive 60-80% insurance reimbursement.