Pediatric Physical Therapy in Charlotte, NC
Physical Therapy for Charlotte Kids — Strength, Balance, and Confidence
Integrative Wellness & Therapeutics provides in-person pediatric physical therapy, with virtual parent coaching, for Charlotte children — at our Cornelius clinic 19 miles away, building strength, balance, and confidence.
Private-pay therapy · We review rates with you on your discovery call
- Rated 4.9 on Google — 41 reviews
- 8 licensed therapists — OT, PT, speech, and myofunctional therapy
- Referred by local specialists — dentists, orthodontists, and pediatricians
- In person or online — our Cornelius clinic or NC teletherapy
Serving Charlotte families in person in Cornelius, NC, or by teletherapy while your child is in North Carolina.
Prefer to talk? Call (704) 610-8250
“They helped my child walk confidently again.”— Parent review
Physical Therapy for Charlotte Families
Charlotte sits in Mecklenburg County, in the Charlotte metro area. Our clinic at 19901 W Catawba Ave Ste 104, Cornelius, NC 28031 is 19 miles from Charlotte — about 27 min by car.
Charlotte families see us in person in Cornelius, with virtual sessions and parent coaching available when a clinic visit doesn't fit the week.
Whether your child is a toddler at home or a student in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, we build physical therapy goals around your family's real routines and give you home-program strategies you can share with your child's teachers.
Optional timing: some families schedule a more frequent block of physical therapy around school breaks, when schedules open up — others keep the same rhythm all year. See the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools calendar.
Movement-based care that strengthens coordination, mobility, and motor development for growing children. Read the full Physical Therapy overview.
When Movement Feels Like a Struggle
Movement is how children explore, play, and keep up with friends.
Missed Milestones
Delays in crawling, walking, or running leave kids feeling left behind in school and play.
Chronic Conditions or Injuries
Cerebral palsy, scoliosis, torticollis, or recovery from injuries make mobility and strength harder to achieve.
Balance and Coordination Issues
Frequent falls, poor posture, or trouble keeping up with peers impact confidence and daily activities.
A Clear Plan Toward Confident Movement
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Step 1: Schedule a Physical Therapy Evaluation
We assess gross motor skills, strength, posture, and milestones.
From Charlotte, our Cornelius clinic is 19 miles away — about 27 min by car.
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Step 2: Receive a Customized Therapy Plan
Tailored exercises and play-based activities designed for your child's needs.
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Step 3: See Steady Progress
Ongoing therapy sessions with at-home strategies to ensure lasting results.
Compassionate Care From Licensed Experts
At Integrative Wellness and Therapeutics, we understand how difficult it is to watch your child struggle with movement. Our pediatric physical therapists provide gentle, play-based therapy that builds strength, balance, and independence.
Trusted by pediatricians, orthopedists, and schools, we combine clinical expertise with a supportive, family-centered approach.
- “We saw progress after just a few sessions.”
- “The therapists treated my child with such kindness and patience.”
- “Now my child keeps up with friends at school — what a relief.”
Trusted by dentists, orthodontists, pediatricians, and lactation consultants across the Carolinas.
What Pediatric Physical Therapy Focuses On
Pediatric physical therapy supports children in building strength, coordination, balance, and mobility. Therapy addresses delayed milestones, torticollis, low muscle tone, motor planning difficulties, cerebral palsy, poor coordination and balance, spina bifida, and genetic syndromes.
It is also called PT, developmental PT, gross motor therapy, pediatric rehabilitation, or motor skills therapy. Each term highlights the focus on functional movement and physical independence.
Therapy addresses rolling, crawling, sitting, standing, and walking milestones. It helps children with torticollis and head shape concerns, improves posture, and supports recovery from injuries or surgeries, with customized plans for complex conditions.
Physical therapy is play-based and motivating. Parent education ensures exercises continue at home, which maximizes progress between sessions.
Our Pediatric Physical Therapy Services
Pediatric physical therapy helps children develop the motor skills and strength they need for independence.
- Gross Motor Development — crawling, walking, running, jumping, climbing
- Balance & Coordination — core stability, posture, fewer falls, agility
- Strength & Endurance — muscle tone, stamina, and safe movement
- Rehabilitation Support — recovery from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions
- Play-Based Therapy — fun, engaging activities that keep kids motivated
Our approach makes therapy feel like play while achieving measurable progress.
Life-Changing Results for Children and Families
“My child can now climb the playground equipment and keep up with friends.”
“We finally feel hopeful about her progress.”
“The therapists were compassionate, patient, and made therapy fun.”
“This was the best investment in our child's future.”
What Families Say About Physical Therapy
“I am so grateful that I found Samantha and integrative wellness. She was so helpful and gave me tons of info regarding my daughter’s lip and tongue tie. We followed up with her after getting them both released and she once again gave me loads of information and explained things so I could understand them and put them into practice to help my daughter heal. My son had a frenectomy in 2019 and I wish we would’ve known about IWT at the time. My daughter’s recovery has been a lot smoother than my son’s and I owe a lot of that to Samantha and IWT. I wouldn’t take my children anywhere else!!”
“Samantha has been a great help with our daughter in her recovery from her tongue and lip ties. She is extremely knowledgeable on the subject and she has given us the guidance to help our daughter heal correctly so that she may have the best possible outcome from her surgery!”
“Wow this experience was a breath of fresh air! So thankful for their advice and expertise. Offered practical solutions for children and helped coach us on what to do, what to expect and what the road ahead looks like. So appreciate their openness, honesty and even asking what I as a parent would like to see and do. I have felt so unheard or like my opinion about my child doesn’t matter in other places, but not here. Highly, highly recommend.”
Charlotte NC Physical Therapy — Common Questions
How far is the clinic from Charlotte for physical therapy visits?
Our clinic at 19901 W Catawba Ave Ste 104, Cornelius, NC 28031 is 19 miles from Charlotte — about 27 min by car. We invite Charlotte families in for physical therapy in person; if you prefer, teletherapy is available while your child is in North Carolina.
Who provides physical therapy for Charlotte families?
Our licensed team serving Charlotte includes Meghan F. (PT, DPT). Every therapist works from the same coordinated, whole-child plan.
Should we time physical therapy around Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools breaks in Charlotte?
It's optional. Some Charlotte families schedule a more frequent block of physical therapy around Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools breaks, when schedules open up; others keep the same rhythm all year, and therapy works either way. The current calendar is on the district's website.
Can physical therapy goals carry over to my child's school in Charlotte?
Yes. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools serves families in Charlotte. We give you physical therapy home-program strategies you can share with your child's teachers, so practice continues during the school day.
Can you coordinate physical therapy with my child's doctors in the Charlotte area?
Yes. With your written consent, we coordinate with your child's pediatrician and any specialists — including care teams at local systems such as Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital and Novant Health Hemby Children's Hospital — so physical therapy fits alongside the care your child already receives.
What Does a Physical Therapist Do for Children?
They help children build strength, coordination, and motor skills for independence.
How Does Physical Therapy Help With Developmental Delays?
It targets gross motor milestones like crawling, walking, and balance.
Can Physical Therapy Improve Balance and Coordination?
Yes. Exercises strengthen core stability, reduce falls, and improve movement flow.
What Conditions Benefit From Pediatric Physical Therapy?
Delayed milestones, torticollis, low muscle tone, motor planning difficulties, cerebral palsy, poor coordination and balance, spina bifida, and genetic syndromes.
How Long Does It Take to See Results From Physical Therapy?
Some progress appears in weeks, but lasting change often requires months of consistent therapy.
How Does Physical Therapy Support Feeding Therapy?
Physical therapy strengthens posture, core stability, and motor coordination — essentials for safe feeding. Good trunk and head control help children sit upright, manage swallowing, and coordinate breathing while eating, which makes feeding therapy more effective.
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More Services for Charlotte Families
We serve families across North Carolina, in our Cornelius clinic or through teletherapy.
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Private-pay therapy · We review rates with you on your discovery call · Or call (704) 610-8250.