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Pediatric outpatient rehabilitation and therapy near you
Ballad Health Small Steps Pediatric Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy provides personalized outpatient therapy services for children and young adults. Our team supports growth, development and independence by helping children build movement, communication and daily living skills in a safe, welcoming environment designed just for pediatric patients.
Our clinic is designed exclusively for children and families, with one-on-one care provided by experienced pediatric therapists. We work closely with parents and caregivers to create therapy plans that match each child’s abilities, needs and goals.
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Outpatient rehabilitation and therapy in Abingdon
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Physical therapy
Physical therapy helps improve strength, balance and movement.
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Occupational therapy
Occupational therapy supports daily skills such as feeding, dressing, writing, playing and school participation.
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Speech therapy
Speech therapy helps with speech, language, communication, social skills and swallowing.
Conditions treated with pediatric rehabilitation
We work with children experiencing a wide range of conditions and concerns. As a patient, your child’s care will always be tailored to their specific needs, developmental stage and condition.
Developmental and neurodevelopmental conditions
- Joint pain or stiffness treatment
- Back and neck pain from herniated discs or stress injuries
- Recovery after hip, knee or shoulder replacement
- Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis to manage pain
- Recovery after any surgery that impacts mobility or balance
- Overuse or sports injuries, including ACL injuries, rotator cuff tears, sprains or dislocations
- Recovery for broken bones or fractures
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
Infant and early childhood conditions
- Prematurity
- Neonatal abstinence syndrome
- Prenatal drug exposure
Neurological and neuromuscular conditions
- Cerebral palsy
- Spina bifida
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal muscular atrophy
- Muscular dystrophy
- Brachial plexus injuries
Orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
- Orthopedic and sports injuries
- Arthritis
- Torticollis
- Plagiocephaly
- Gait disorders
- ADL training
Pediatric equipment and therapy environment
Our clinic is designed exclusively with children in mind, creating a safe and engaging space that supports play-based and functional therapy.
- LiteGait – A supported walking system that helps children practice safe walking and balance while reducing the risk of falls.
- Sensory processing equipment – Tools and activities designed to help children improve sensory regulation, body awareness and focus through play-based therapy. Our location offers swings, a visual light system, slides, a steamroller, crash pit and more.
- Adaptive ride-on vehicle – A modified ride-on toy that encourages movement, strength and coordination while supporting independence and play.
- Augmentative communication devices – Tools such as picture boards or speech-generating devices that help children communicate when spoken language is limited.
We work closely with medical equipment vendors, allowing us to trial equipment with patients and families to determine the best fit for safety, comfort, and daily function.
How to get started with outpatient pediatric therapy?
Does my child need a referral?
Many children begin outpatient therapy with a doctor’s referral, though insurance requirements may vary. It’s recommended that you speak with your pediatrician or child’s provider about any conditions your child has that may cause pain or restrict your activities.
Scheduling an appointment
Once your child’s physician provides a referral, you or your provider’s office can contact our clinic directly to schedule your visit.
You can also use the Ballad Health app to view and manage your healthcare appointments, access visit details and keep your schedule organized in one convenient place.
Preparing for your child’s first visit
Please arrive about 15 minutes prior to your child’s scheduled visit to complete new patient paperwork. You should also bring your physician order for therapy, insurance card and a guardian photo ID.
We also recommend that your child wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement. You can expect to begin treatment on the same day as the initial visit and evaluation.
Frequently asked questions about outpatient rehab and our clinic
Outpatient rehabilitation includes therapy services you receive at a clinic while continuing to live at home. Appointments are scheduled, and you’ll return home the same day like any other typical doctor’s visit.
Physical therapy focuses on movement, strength, balance and comfort. Occupational therapy helps support everyday activities like getting dressed, bathing, cooking and working.
A physical therapist helps people move better, feel stronger and manage pain. Our therapists create personalized treatment plans with exercises, hands-on care and education to help you improve your strength, balance and flexibility. Physical therapists also help patients who are recovering after an injury or surgery.
Speech therapy supports things like communication, memory, thinking skills and swallowing. It’s used to treat a variety of conditions – from stroke to stuttering help.
Physical therapy should not cause pain. Some activities may feel new or challenging, but our pediatric therapists always work at your child’s comfort level.
Some patients feel better after a few visits, while others feel improvements gradually. Your therapist will track your child’s progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed.
Our office is located within Bristol Regional Medical Center on the second floor of the west side of the hospital.
We recommend entering through the automatic doors beside the Leonard Family Breast Center. Once inside, take the nearby elevators to the second floor. When you exit the elevators, take a left and walk straight until you see the cream-colored double doors. You will see signs for our location and check-in area.
Patient parking is designated in the lot nearest to the Leonard Family Breast Center. However, designated spots are limited and can fill up on busier days. If designated spots are filled, you can park anywhere in the patient lots nearest to the breast center.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and supportive shoes so they can move easily.
Contact us
Schedule your appointment or ask us about any of our services by calling (423) 844-4110.
