Smita Joshi, MS, CCC-SLP – Assential Therapies

Trunk Stability & Mobility: Foundation for Physical Development.

Physical Therapy March 9, 2022 0Comments by Smita Joshi, MS, CCC-SLP

Written By: Elizabeth Hare, PT, DPT One of the biggest factors for physical development for newborns/infants/toddlers/children is their trunk stability and mobility. In order to reach, kick, roll, sit, crawl, stand, and walk, you initiate movement and stability in your trunk.…

Side-Lying: Alternative Positioning for Newborns/Babies

Physical Therapy August 11, 2021 0Comments by Smita Joshi, MS, CCC-SLP

Learn more about Elizabeth Parents frequently ask what to do if their newborn/baby does not like “tummy-time”. The side-lying position has been emphasized for new parents as an important position especially with the “safe-sleep” initiative recommending lying a baby on their…

Extreme Picky Eater, or Medical Condition? New Proclamation sheds light on long held misconception

By: Miriam Vicovan Americans are widely known as having a limited taste palette in relation to most of the developed world. A typical American restaurant will boast a wide variety of burger, steak, and french fry options, leaving little opportunity for…

MEDICAL BEHAVIORAL PARTNERSHIP IN TREATING CHILDREN WITH ATYPICAL PICKY EATING PATTERNS

Feeding Picky Eaters May 21, 2021 0Comments by Smita Joshi, MS, CCC-SLP

By: Smita Joshi, CCC-SLP - Feeding Therapist, Founder and Director Feeding therapy is generally the first stop for children who are recognized as picky eaters. Extreme picky eating patterns that impact nutrition, growth, health, and/or social routines fall under the title…

Case Study: A 7-month Old Baby with Failure to Thrive Gains Weight and Learns to Eat Solids

Feeding March 2, 2021 0Comments by Smita Joshi, MS, CCC-SLP

By: Smita Joshi, CCC-SLP, Founder and Director Baby Joe, exclusively nursed. He was diagnosed with GE reflux, failure to thrive, and failed to transition to solids. His GI specialist suggested supplementing by adding formula powder to the breast…

Case Study: A 22-week Premature Baby Learns to Walk!

Motor Delays Physical Therapy Premature Babies Uncategorized March 1, 2021 0Comments by Smita Joshi, MS, CCC-SLP

By: Rima Lintakas, DPT - Physical Therapist Baby Jane, has been seen for weekly physical therapy sessions for ~13 months via a combination of in-home sessions and live-video-visits. Baby Jane was born prematurely at 22 weeks, weighing 1lb 1oz…