Understanding Your Child's Bladder/Bowel Needs
As a parent, watching your child struggle with bathroom-related challenges can be overwhelming. Whether your child is experiencing difficulty with potty training, dealing with constipation, or managing bladder control issues, you're not alone. Our specialized pediatric pelvic floor physical therapy services provide gentle, child-friendly solutions to help your little one thrive.
How We Can Help
We take time to understand your child’s needs and develop a treatment plan that works best for your family.
Constipation Management
We provide effective, non-invasive techniques to help establish healthy bowel habits and relieve discomfort. Our approach includes gentle exercises, education about proper positioning, and strategies to make bathroom time less stressful.
Bladder Control Solutions
Whether it's daytime accidents, recurrent infections, or bedwetting, our specialized programs help children develop better bladder awareness and control through age-appropriate exercises and behavioral techniques.
We offer strategies to make the potty training journey smoother for both you and your child, addressing common challenges with practical, child-friendly solutions.
Successful Potty Training
What to Expect
Your first visit will include:
A thorough but gentle evaluation in a kid-friendly environment.
Biofeedback of pelvic floor muscles to determine effectiveness of muscles (external only)
Discussion of your child's medical history and current challenges
Development of a personalized treatment plan
Practical strategies you can implement at home
We understand these topics can be sensitive, and we create a comfortable, positive environment where both you and your child feel supported and understood.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will my child need therapy?
Every child's journey is unique. Some children see significant improvements in just 6-8 sessions, while others with more complex issues may benefit from longer treatment periods. After the initial assessment, we'll provide a clearer timeline based on your child's specific needs.
Is pelvic floor therapy painful or invasive?
Our pediatric pelvic floor therapy is gentle, non-invasive, and age-appropriate. For children, therapy focuses on external techniques, education, behavioral strategies, and play-based exercises. We prioritize your child's comfort and dignity throughout every session.
Do I stay with my child during therapy?
Absolutely! Parents are welcome and encouraged to participate in all therapy sessions. Your presence provides comfort to your child and allows you to learn techniques you can reinforce at home.
How is pediatric pelvic floor therapy different from just seeing our pediatrician?
While pediatricians provide excellent medical care, they typically don't have the specialized training or time to address the neuromuscular components of pelvic floor dysfunction. Our therapists focus exclusively on these issues, providing comprehensive assessment and specialized hands-on treatment not available in standard medical visits.
Is this covered by insurance?
Pelvic floor physical therapy is typically covered under the physical therapy benefits of your insurance plan. Please note that there is a one-time charge of $60 for equipment costs not covered by insurance. This equipment will assist in your child's therapy.
Meet our physical therapist specialist
Kellie Whiton, DPT
Kellie received her BS in Exercise Science and Doctorate of Physical Therapy degrees from the University of Montana. She has worked in a variety of settings with both adults and children, including in hospitals in pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. She also has additional training and expertise in pediatric pelvic health, and is passionate about helping children achieve maximum independence and quality of life.
Outside work, Kellie enjoys spending time outdoors, including hiking, skiing and fly fishing, and stays busy with her two young children. Kellie and her family recently relocated to Cache Valley from Montana and are excited to make the area home.
Interested in joining our team?
If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we welcome you to explore opportunities to join our team at Little Squirts. As we envision future growth, we anticipate hiring assistants and therapists to meet the evolving needs of our community. While we may not be actively hiring at the moment, we value forming relationships with enthusiastic individuals who share our commitment to providing quality pediatric therapy services in Cache Valley.
We have a specialized physical therapy focus
We provide specialized treatment plans with extra care and attention given to these conditions
Developmental Delays
Developmental delays refer to a lag in achieving age-appropriate milestones during your child’s developmental process.
Post-fracture Care
Physical therapy utilizes manual therapy techniques and strengthening exercises to gradually restore motion and function to an area of the body that has been immobilized by a fracture and cast, aiding in the progressive return of functionality.
Sprains & Strains
Physical therapy can address aches and pains and/or muscle and joint sprains/strains from sports related injuries.
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy is a neurological disorder affecting movement, posture, and muscle coordination, typically stemming from early brain development issues.
Spina Bifida
Spina bifida is a congenital condition where the spine doesn't fully close during fetal development, potentially leading to varying degrees of physical and neurological challenges
Down Syndrome
Down Syndrome is typically accompanied by low muscle tone and developmental delay. Physical therapy can help improve recruitment and strengthening of muscles as well as increase gross motor movements for locomotion.
Little Squirts Therapy is an outpatient pediatric therapy clinic in Logan, Utah. We offer physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to children from birth to 18 years old.
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