Sensory Processing Disorder vs Autism: What’s the Difference?

Although up to 90% of people with an Autism Spectrum Disorder have sensory processing difficulties, Sensory Processing Disorder is a separate condition recognized in up to 16% of the general population. Keep reading to learn about sensory processing disorder vs autism. Autism  Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder estimated to affect 1 in 44… Read more »

Pediatric Physical Therapist, Tatum Davis, Opens Second Ivy Rehab for Kids Facility in Midlothian, Virginia

Ivy Rehab for Kids has opened its second pediatric clinic in Midlothian, Virginia. This new facility is in the Brandermill area across from Uptown Alley at 5201 Commonwealth Centre Parkway. Ivy Rehab for Kids provides a wide range of pediatric speech, occupational, and physical therapy services with highly trained therapists to provide world-class care.      We… Read more »

Pediatric Speech Therapist, Nicole Salviolo, Opens Second Ivy Rehab for Kids Facility in Pennsylvania

Ivy Rehab for Kids has opened a new pediatric clinic in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. This new facility is next door to On Edge Movement Dance Studio at 1019 Egypt Road. Ivy Rehab for Kids provides a wide range of pediatric speech, occupational, and physical therapy services with highly trained therapists to provide world-class care.       We have… Read more »

Pediatric Speech Therapist, Annette Patino-Gonzalez, Opens a New Ivy Rehab for Kids Facility in Hampton, VA

Ivy Rehab for Kids has opened a new pediatric clinic in Hampton, Virginia. This new facility is in the Riverpointe Shopping center at 1062B W Mercury Boulevard. Ivy Rehab for Kids provides a wide range of pediatric speech, occupational, and physical therapy services with highly trained therapists to provide world-class care.       We have created a… Read more »

Ivy Rehab Announces Affiliation with NFL Alumni Association

Ivy Rehab is pleased to announce an exciting new affiliation with the New York/New Jersey chapter of the NFL Alumni Association to provide best-in-class treatment to elite athletes who have retired from the National Football League.    “Our extensive background in treating high-level competitors, paired with our reputation for providing exceptional experience and patient outcomes has solidified this affiliation… Read more »

Professional Development – It’s in our DNA

Every physical therapy and occupational therapy professional, athletic trainer, applied behavior analyst, and speech-language pathologist graduates college from their educational program with entry-level skills and knowledge to become a licensed or certified clinician. By successfully passing the licensing exam, the therapist shows the public that they are safe and competent to provide care according to… Read more »

Occupational Therapy and Autism

Occupational Therapy (OT) helps adults and children participate to the fullest in meaningful tasks and activities in their daily lives. Pediatric occupational therapists are trained professionals who evaluate and assist children and adolescents in developing the skills and strategies they need to succeed in their home and community environments. Such therapists often work with children… Read more »

4 Types of Workers Compensation Benefits

Workers’ Compensation is a type of insurance that provides medical care and wage benefits to an employee who sustained a work-related injury or illness. A work-related injury or illness is a physical condition caused, provoked, triggered, or accelerated by the employee’s job tasks or work environment.  As an employee, you have the right to understand… Read more »

What is Diastasis Recti?

What is Diastasis Recti? Diastasis recti (diastasis rectus abdominis) is a separation of the abdominal muscles along the midline of the abdomen. This usually occurs in women in the 2nd – 3rd trimester of pregnancy. Diastasis recti can also be present in non-pregnant individuals – both men and women. This abdominal separation is due to an… Read more »