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Schroth Physical Therapy The Schroth method is a type of physical therapy for children with scoliosis, kyphosis, and other conditions of the spine and rib cage. It involves corrective breathing and strengthening exercises which aim to improve overall postural alignment, reduce pain, and slow or prevent

Ear Abnormalities At Connecticut Children’s Division of Plastic Surgery, we treat a wide array of ear conditions. Ear abnormalities can be a source of social and physical discomfort for children. Together, with you and your child, our team will develop the best treatment plan for your child’s

The Central Connecticut Cystic Fibrosis Center The Central Connecticut Cystic Fibrosis Center (CCCFC) is a collaborative effort between Connecticut Children’s and Hartford HealthCare to provide care and treatment to children and adults living with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), a hereditary chronic lung disease. Accredited by the

Cardiopulmonary Diagnostic Services Is that girl in a spaceship? No, she is doing a simple, pain-free breathing test under the watchful eyes of her doctor and respiratory therapist in Cardiopulmonary Diagnostic Services. Cardiopulmonary Diagnostic Services (aka the PFT lab) performs testing to analyze the function

Sickle Cell Pulmonary Clinic Connecticut Children’s is one of the few institutions that offer a sickle cell pulmonary clinic. The clinic is devoted to sickle cell patients and is held once every other month.

Sedation for Children with Special Needs All children, including those with special developmental needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, may benefit from special calming techniques and equipment for their procedure. Our sedation suite has a wide selection of toys and equipment specially designed to calm children before

Sleep Psychology Connecticut Children’s Sleep Center is one of the few in the nation with a dedicated, board-certified sleep psychologist, who works alongside our board-certified physicians to diagnose and treat children who have difficulty falling or staying asleep. Addressing the psychological

Sleep Studies A child affected by sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea or insomnia, may have problems related to learning, behavior and mood. In our pediatric polysomnography laboratory (sleep lab), Connecticut Children’s offers testing (sleep studies) and treatment for disorders that disturb

Concussion Management Concussions require prompt diagnosis and treatment. Concussions are one of the top sports-related injuries. That’s why Connecticut Children’s Sports Medicine has developed a comprehensive, sports-related concussion program for adolescent and young adult athletes. This program

Sports Injury Treatment

Same-Day Sports Clinic Connecticut Children’s Sports Medicine program offers a same-day sports medicine clinic in Farmington, Glastonbury, Danbury and Westport for acute and urgent care needs for student-athletes. Services include: X-rays Ultrasound Casting Splinting Initial therapy steps Contact 860

Sports Injury Prevention and Performance Enhancement Injuries among adolescent and young adult athletes are preventable in many cases. Sports Medicine aims to increase strength of joint and muscle groups, build endurance and coach the proper movement mechanics. Sports injury prevention is designed to reduce the likelihood of

Transitional Therapy This specialized service is perfect for competitive and recreational athletes of all ages who want to excel their sports performance and reduce their risk of injury with evidence-based exercise programs. We offer professional guidance through continued rehabilitation and training

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