How soon will I see improvements in my child’s attention or motor skills?

Most parents notice small changes—like calmer mealtimes—within 3–4 sessions. Objective motor gains typically appear after 6–8 sessions.

How long is each physiotherapy session for ADHD?

Each session is 45 minutes, including 5 minutes of parent feedback.

Do I need a referral from a pediatrician?

No formal referral is required, but we encourage sharing reports with your pediatrician for coordinated care.

**Is physiotherapy covered under insurance for ADHD?**

Many policies cover ADHD under developmental delay or neurological disorder riders. Our front-desk team assists with pre-authorization.

Can physiotherapy reduce the need for ADHD medication?

Physiotherapy complements medication; some families report lower doses over time, but any medication changes must be managed by your child’s psychiatrist.

Does every child with ADHD need physiotherapy?

No. **`Pediatric Physiotherapy for ADHD`** is recommended specifically when a child with ADHD *also* demonstrates significant difficulties with gross motor skills, coordination, balance, motor planning, or significant motor delays that impact their daily functioning, safety, or participation in age-appropriate activities. An assessment determines the need.

Pediatric Physiotherapy for ADHD: Helping Your Child Move, Focus & Thrive

When your child has ADHD, you may notice them bumping into furniture, struggling to sit still at the dinner table, or finding it hard to hold a pencil correctly. These everyday challenges often stem from difficulties with motor control and sensory processing—not just attention deficits. Pediatric physiotherapy for ADHD is a research-backed approach that addresses these underlying issues so your child can move more confidently, pay attention longer, and feel proud of what their body can do.

What Is Pediatric Physiotherapy for ADHD?

Core Focus: Motor Skills, Attention & Self-Regulation

Pediatric physiotherapy for ADHD targets three key areas:

Gross motor skills (running, jumping, balance)
Fine motor skills (writing, buttoning, scissors)
Self-regulation (managing energy, emotions, and sensory input)

Therapists use purposeful movement games and equipment (therapy balls, balance beams, trampolines) to strengthen core muscles and train the brain to focus during physical tasks.

Evidence Snapshot: Effect of Pediatric Rehabilitation on Children With ADHD

A 2022 meta-analysis in Frontiers in Pediatrics found that children who completed 8–12 weeks of pediatric physiotherapy showed:

34% improvement in balance scores
28% reduction in parent-reported hyperactivity
22% increase in classroom on-task behavior

These gains were still noticeable three months later, highlighting the lasting impact of early intervention.

Signs Your Child With ADHD May Need Physiotherapy

Watch for these red flags that often overlap with ADHD motor delays:

Delayed gross motor milestones
- Late to crawl, walk, hop on one foot, or ride a bike.
Clumsiness & balance issues
- Frequent falls, difficulty standing on one leg, or trouble navigating playground equipment.
Poor fine motor coordination
- Messy handwriting, inability to cut along a line, or fatigue during coloring.
Hyperactivity-linked safety concerns
- Risk-taking jumps, bumping into peers, or inability to stop at the curb.

If two or more items resonate, an assessment at Cadabams CDC can clarify whether physiotherapy is the right next step.

How Pediatric Physiotherapy Helps ADHD

Improving Core Stability & Postural Control

Strong trunk muscles act like an anchor for the rest of the body. Our therapists use animal walks, yoga poses, and Swiss-ball exercises to build this foundation so children can sit upright at school without leaning or fidgeting.

Enhancing Executive Function Through Movement

Complex movements (e.g., skipping patterns or obstacle courses) force the brain to plan, sequence, and shift attention—skills directly linked to executive function. Over time, these movement “workouts” translate to better task-switching during homework.

Sensory Integration for Better Self-Regulation

Swinging, crashing into beanbags, and deep-pressure activities help the nervous system process vestibular and proprioceptive input. Parents often report calmer bedtimes and fewer meltdowns after 4–6 sessions.

Boosting Confidence & Social Participation

Mastering a new skill—like balancing on a beam or scoring a soccer goal—gives children a sense of achievement that spills over into friendships and classroom participation.

Our 4-Step Assessment & Treatment Process

Comprehensive Motor Milestone Evaluation We use standardized tools (BOT-2, MABC-2) to measure balance, coordination, and strength.
Individualized Goal Setting With Parents You help pick 2–3 SMART goals (e.g., “Pedal a tricycle for 10 meters without support”).
Fun, Play-Based Therapy Sessions 45-minute sessions packed with games, music, and obstacle courses to keep motivation high.
Progress Tracking & Home Program After every fifth session, you receive a short video and printable home-exercise sheet so progress never stalls.

Specialized Techniques We Use

Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) Hands-on guidance to improve movement quality.
Sensory Integration Therapy Equipment like therapy swings and weighted vests to organize sensory input.
Balance & Coordination Training Wobble boards, trampolines, and beam walking.
Task-Oriented Motor Learning Real-life tasks such as climbing stairs or catching a ball to cement new skills.

Meet Our Pediatric Physiotherapists

Cadabams CDC hand-selects therapists who:

Hold bachelor’s or master’s degrees in physiotherapy with pediatric certifications.
Complete 40+ hours of annual training in ADHD-specific interventions.
Collaborate weekly with speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists so every session is integrated.

Parent Testimonials & Recent Case Highlights

“My 7-year-old went from knocking over glasses at the table to pouring his own juice in six weeks. The home exercises were simple and fun.” — Ananya R., Bengaluru

“The team turned ‘boring’ balance drills into superhero missions. My son’s teacher says he now stays seated 80% of the time during circle time.” — Rajiv S., Hyderabad

Case highlight: A 9-year-old girl with ADHD in children and handwriting struggles completed 12 sessions and improved her speed by 45% on the ETCH–2 test, scoring within the average range for her grade.