Is my baby developing typically?
Should my baby get tested?
If you answer YES to one or more of these questions your infant should get tested:
Your baby had a high risk pregnancy or complicated birth
Spent time in the NICU
You have concerns about milestones or movements
Is using one hand more than the other
Is NOT being followed or tested by other teams AND you answered YES to one of the above
Early treatment can have HUGE and LASTING impacts!
With training and certifications in the most advanced and evidenced based assessments currently available, Transform can assist your family in early detection of neuromotor challenges, refer to advanced specialists and help support receiving the correct diagnoses when and if needed. Transform will also get your infant started with therapy immediately to help your child have the best possible motor outcomes now and for their future.
Comprehensive Approach < 5 months old
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GMA
General Movements Assessment- is a standardized observation to identify neurological issues that may lead to cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities. It assesses infant movements and reflexes. Video eval taken 10 weeks to 16 weeks old.
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HINE
Hammersmith Infant Neurological Examination- is a standardized neurological exam for infants 2 to 24 months. Evaluates nerve function, movements, reflexes and reactions, posture and tone and help to identify movement disorders and cerebral palsy.
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TIMP
The Test of Infant Motor Performance. This is a standardized assessment of motor function in infants 34 week post conception age to 4 months adjusted age. It evaluates both observed and elicited movements of the infant in anti-gravity and gravity challenging positions to see how their nervous system responds. The score is plotted on a percentile curve.
Comprehensive Assessment >5 months old
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HINE
Hammersmith Infant Neurological Examination- is a standardized neurological exam for infants 2 to 24 months. Evaluates nerve function, movements, reflexes and reactions, posture and tone and help to identify movement disorders and cerebral palsy.
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Mini SCALE
Mini Selective Control Assessment of the Lower Extremity is a clinical tool to measure a young child's ability to move their legs and feet independently (selective motor control) for early detection and intervention for conditions like cerebral palsy (CP)
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AIMS
The Alberta Infant Motor Scale (AIMS) is a standardized observational examination tool used to assess the maturation of gross motor skills of infants
In the first few years of life, more than 1 million NEW neural connections form every second! An average adult will produce only 700 new neural connections per DAY. This is neuroplasticity.
High Complexity Physical Therapy Evaluation
Cost is $400 with HEP and referrals included if needed. Superbill provided for you to file an insurance claim for possible reimbursement.