What is Physical Therapy?
At The Clubhouse, our pediatric physical therapy program helps children move with greater strength, coordination, and independence. Using play-based methods and neurodevelopmental techniques, our therapists support each child’s journey toward improved mobility and function in daily life.
We work with children facing a wide range of challenges, from developmental delays to injuries and medical conditions, providing expert care tailored to their needs. Every session is designed to promote motor and sensory development support through engaging, hands-on activities that meet your child where they are and move them forward.
How does Physical Therapy at the Clubhouse work?
At the Clubhouse, our play-based physical therapy helps keep children engaged, which maximizes the benefits of our treatment. Our interdisciplinary team of therapists works together to develop an individualized treatment plan for your child. We develop each plan with the involvement of our families so you’re always informed and able to carry over the child’s in-clinic exercises and goals at home. We meet children at their current ability level and build skills through motivating, play-based movement experiences.
- Torticollis
- Plagiocephaly (flattening of baby’s head)
- Hypotonia (low muscle tone)
- Hypertonia (increased muscle tone) and Spasticity
- Toe Walking/Gait Abnormalities
- Orthopedic and Sports Injuries
- Gross Motor Delay/Developmental Delay (not meeting milestones)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Down Syndrome
- Other Genetic Syndromes
- Neurological Disorders (Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Muscular Dystrophy, etc.)
- Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Neuromuscular Re-Education
- Manual Techniques
- Kinesiotaping
- Orthotics Coordination/Management
- Gait Training
- Child and Caregiver Education
- Home Exercise Programs
- Collaboration with our Clinic’s Interdisciplinary Team (OT, ST, DT, ABA)
- Collaboration with the Child’s Community Resources (Pediatricians, Medical Specialists, Teachers, etc.)
- Muscle Strength
- Flexibility and Range of Motion (ROM)
- Balance
- Coordination
- Proprioception/Body Awareness
- Gait and Mobility Needs
- Motor Planning
- Posture and Alignment
- Endurance
- General Developmental Delay (not meeting milestones)
Areas We Serve
- Downers Grove
- North Mayfair
- Westmont
- Oakbrook Terrace
- Darien
- Albany Park
- Edgebrook
- Forest Glen
- Jefferson Park
- Clarendon Hills
- Lisle
- Hinsdale
Who We Serve
We provide pediatric physical therapy for children across all age groups, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, and adolescents. Each stage of development is supported with age-appropriate care that meets your child where they are.
Our physical therapy helps with:
- Gross motor delays (e.g., sitting, crawling, walking, running)
- Balance and coordination difficulties
- Muscle weakness or low tone (hypotonia)
- Motor planning and body awareness challenges
- Postural control and endurance concerns
- Delayed motor milestones or clumsiness
- Gait abnormalities or walking pattern concerns
- Recovery from injury, surgery, or illness
- Neurological or developmental conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy, or Down syndrome
Program Structure
Our pediatric physical therapy program ensures every child receives individualized, goal-driven care that adapts as they grow and make progress.
Comprehensive Movement Analysis
Each child begins with a full evaluation that looks at gross motor development, strength, balance, coordination, and movement patterns. This foundational assessment helps us identify your child’s needs and design a therapy plan that supports meaningful growth.
Tailored Treatment Plan
Using the results of the evaluation, we create an individualized plan with specific, functional goals. These goals are designed to improve mobility and independence across daily environments like home, school, and the community.
Therapy Scheduling
Therapy frequency is based on your child’s needs and your family’s routine. Most children benefit from one to three sessions per week to maintain momentum and support steady progress.
Active Intervention
Our therapists use a combination of balance and coordination therapy for kids, strength training, and neuromuscular re-education to build physical skills in a fun, engaging way. Each session is active, structured, and carefully adjusted to challenge your child at the right level.
Ongoing Progress Monitoring
We use data collection and observation for ongoing progress monitoring during every session. This helps us adapt the plan in real-time and ensure therapy stays aligned with your child’s development.
Family Coaching and Home Program Integration
We provide parents and caregivers with caregiver education and home exercises that reinforce therapy goals outside the clinic. These tools empower families to support motor development through everyday routines and play.
What Parents Say About Our Physical
Therapy in the Chicago Area
Over 95% of families leave us a 5-star review on Google! See what our families said about their experience at the Clubhouse:
Our Insurance Providers
The Clubhouse works with families with all major insurance coverage. We are proudly an in-network provider for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, and Medicaid. While we are not in-network with other insurance companies, we can provide the necessary documentation to submit for reimbursement to your insurance company.
Meet Chicago’s Trusted Physical Therapy Team
Our clinic was founded over 20 years ago. Since then, we’ve grown into a multidisciplinary team that includes expert pediatric physical therapists dedicated to helping children move, play, and thrive.
Our physical therapy team brings extensive experience in areas like gross motor development, balance and coordination, neuromuscular conditions, and orthopedic support. Whether your child is learning to sit, walk, climb, or recover from an injury, we’re here to support their progress with care, creativity, and collaboration.
