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Physical Therapy

When your child struggles with movement because of an illness, injury or developmental delay, our pediatric physical therapy team offers support for improved independent mobility.

About Us

Children's Nebraska's Physical Therapy provides high-level, personalized evaluations and care to children. Some of our therapists work in the hospital with children who are admitted due to a medically complex illness. Other therapists work in outpatient settings at one of our specialty clinics.

Our team prioritizes family involvement because we know that children achieve targeted goals, learn functional skills and show quicker progress when parents and therapists work together. Our team works with a parent or caregiver at therapy sessions so they know what skills to practice with their child at home. Together, we work toward improving your child’s mobility and interaction with their environment so they can thrive.

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Schedule an Appointment

Additional Information:

You will need a referral from your child's primary or specialty care provider before you can schedule an appointment.

Children’s Nebraska Specialty Pediatric Center

Children’s Nebraska – West Omaha

Children’s Rehabilitation Services – Lincoln

Conditions We Treat

Pediatric physical therapy can help with many different medical conditions and disorders, including:

Meet Our Providers

Meet our team of physical therapists. They focus solely on treating infants, children, adolescents and young adults, using evidence-based practices and guidelines.

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Kayli E. Christensen, PT

Language: English

Specialty: Physical Therapy

Tera R. Sasso-Blahak

Tera R. Sasso-Blahak, PT

Language: English

Specialty: Physical Therapy

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Margaret Brugman

Language: English

Specialty: Physical Therapy

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Charlene Cortez

Language: English

Specialty: Physical Therapy

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Alexander M. Harms, PT

Language: English

Specialties: Sports Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy

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Haeley B. Petersen, PT

Language: English

Specialty: Physical Therapy

Treatments and Services

Our physical therapists work with each child to create an individualized program. Treatment focuses on improving strength, coordination and balance and may include:

Locations

Children’s Nebraska – West Omaha

20502 Roosevelt Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022

Children's Nebraska Rehabilitation Services – Lincoln

5930 Vandervoort Drive Suite A, Lincoln, NE 68516

Related Specialties

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Rehabilitation Services

Whether your child has a congenital disorder or is recovering from an accident, illness or injury, Rehabilitation Services provides care that is tailored to your child's unique needs to help them thrive.
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Feeding & Swallowing Therapy

Kids need food to grow and thrive. If your child is struggling to eat or swallow, is refusing food or is an extremely picky eater, we can help.
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Speech Therapy

Communication creates meaningful bonds. So, when your child struggles to express themselves, it’s good to know our pediatric speech therapy team is nearby to help.
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Occupational Therapy

We understand that every child grows and develops at their own pace. If your child requires extra support in mastering daily skills, our dedicated pediatric occupational therapists are here to guide them every step of the way.

Next Steps

Step 1: Request a Referral

Ask your primary care provider to send a referral for your child.

Step 2: Contact Us by Phone

After your provider sends the referral, call 402.955.6799, and choose option 9 to schedule an appointment.

Step 3: Schedule a Consultation

During your first consultation appointment, our physical therapists will review your child’s condition and talk to you about the best treatment options.

Prepare for Your Visit

What Sets Us Apart

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Pediatric-Focused

Our physical therapists are solely dedicated to caring for infants, children and adolescents, using evidence-based practices and treatments to provide the best care for every child.

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Personalized Plans

Our providers personalize care plans for each child, helping to maximize the child’s mobility and their interaction with the environment.

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Family Involvement

We consider families valuable members of our team, so our physical therapists work closely with parents to enhance a child’s progress.