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Physical and Occupational Therapy

202-476-5567
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Pediatric occupational therapy (OT) and physical therapy (PT) help children develop, improve or regain the physical, mental or emotional skills they need to play, learn, move and grow to their fullest potential.

Contact Information

For appointments, please call 1-888-884-BEAR (2327) and for information, call 202-476-5567.

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Physical Therapy (PT)

Physical therapy helps children develop and/or recover gross motor skills, strength, balance, and mobility to support participation in everyday life. Physical therapy sessions may focus on mobilization, strengthening or neuromuscular reeducation.

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Occupational Therapy (OT)

Occupational therapy helps children develop and/or recover skills needed to participate in everyday activities such as play, learning, dressing, bathing and feeding. Occupational therapy sessions may focus on sensory processing, cognitive skills or motor skills to support independence and participation.

Learn more about the Occupational Therapy programMeet the OT team
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Why Do Families Choose Children’s National for Occupational and Physical Therapy? 

Children’s National is consistently ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. The rehabilitation team – including physical and occupational therapy – has advanced training in pediatric conditions and child development. 

Every child is unique – and so is their therapy. Children’s National therapists tailor treatment to your child’s needs, abilities, age and goals. Choosing Children’s National outpatient therapy means placing your child in the hands of a dedicated team that understands how to heal, empower and inspire children at every stage of their recovery. 

Our Programs

We work with programs and teams throughout Children's National to bring necessary therapies to children in our care. Among the programs we work with are:

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Children's National in the News

Read about how our occupational therapy team helped a 13-year-old who was injured outside his mom’s apartment in a shooting. Please note, a paid subscription is required to read this article in The Washington Post.

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