Our Services

• Physical Therapy

  Our PT staff assesses the function of neurological, musculoskeletal, pulmonary and cardiovascular systems within a developmental framework. Therapy is provided within an age appropriate setting and is concerned with the acquisition or restoration of function. Some of the interventions include: gait training, developmental gross motor training, sensory integrative (SI) and NDT techniques as well. Gymnastics classes are available too.

• Occupational Therapy

  Our OT staff provides treatment with sensory motor and developmental approaches. Treatment programs focus on functional independence through visual-perceptual motor, upper extremity strength and coordination, sensory integration, oral-motor and self-help activities. Additional training of staff includes handwriting, sensory integration, NDT, vision, serial casting/orthotics, augmentative communication accessing, adaptive equipment and therapeutic listening. Our staff works with parents, educators, physicians, psychologists and other behavior specialists. Common diagnoses treated include cerebral palsy, motor incoordination, autistic spectrum disorders (ASD), and sensory integrative dysfunction.

• Speech Therapy

  ST's address all areas of speech and language development including receptive and expressive language, articulation, respiration and fluency. Other aspects of therapy include alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), oral motor abilities, swallowing and feeding skills (oral & pharyngeal feeding & swallowing problems). Common diagnoses treated include cerebral palsy, autistic spectrum disorders (ASD), language delays, dysphagia and articulation disorders. Therapeutic listening, hearing screening & tympanometry, and standardized testing are also provided by our staff.

• Sensory Integration

  Sensory experiences include touch, movement, body awareness, taste, sight, sound and the pull of gravity. The process of the brain organizing and interpretating this information is called sensory integration(SI). SI provides a crucial foundation for later, more complex learning and behavior.
  
  For most children, sensory integration develops in the course of ordinary childhood activities. Motor planning ability is a natural outcome of the process, as is the ability to adapt to incoming sensations. But for some children, sensory integration does not develop as efficiently as it should. When the process is disordered, a number of problems in learning, development or behavior may become evident. SI is needed to perform self-help, social, community, motor and academic skills.

• Computer Class

  We have added computer class as part of our therapy service offering. Computer is a great way to get kids interested in the therapy classes. Children are naturally attracted to the colorful light and sound and other multimedia nature of computer programs.
  
  Computer programs may serve to challenge a child in the area of memory, visual ability, hand eye coordination and it is FUN !!!. Different levels of difficulty as well as content of the classes are tailored to the individual needs of the child.

• Massage Therapy

  Therapeutic massage, one of our most popular services, is made available to our clients and their families. The children demonstrate increased circulation, improved sensory processing, relaxed muscles and greater range of motion. These benefits, along with the therapy they receive, help them reach their fullest potential.
  
  A relaxing massage is also available for parents. Call for an appointment while your child is receiving therapy. Provided at the Northwest Location at this time.

• Therapeutic Listening

  Therapeutic Listening is a treatment available at NTS. Trained staff evaluate and treat clients as well as educating and training parents for home use.
  
  Therapeutic Listening is a technique that involves listening to modulated music (certain frequencies) in a special set of headphones, following a protocol. It is appropriate for children with impairments in sensory integration or neurological disorders.
  
  Therapeutic Listening impacts the vestibular system which is located in the inner ear. The vestibular system is responsible for movement of the body, balance and equilibrium reactions as detected by movements of the head. It is also connected to the arousal/alertness levels, muscle tone and coordination which impacts motor skills, learning, behavior, posture, cognition, attention span, speech and language, and auditory processing. Improvements in these areas are possible with the Therapeutic Listening Program. Prior to the onset of treatment, the client must have had a hearing screening and a tympanogram (this can be performed at NTS).
  
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• Aquatic Therapy

  Aquatic Therapy Performed by our experienced therapists trained in water safety to reinforce therapeutic skills learned in physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Aquatic therapy is offered by PT and OT in our in-ground pool which ranges from three to five feet in depth. Call (713)466-6872 to schedule an appointment at the Northwest location.
  
  At the West location, our out door pool is an onsite heated pool which ranges in depth of 5 to 8 feet. Call 281-392-4221 to schedule an appointment.

• Interactive Metronome

  What is Interactive Metronome (IM)? Everything the human brain does requires very precise timing. This unconscious capability is critical to the brain's ability to plan and sequence thoughts and actions and connects them to their consequences. Thus "natural timing is an important foundation of our ability to attend, learn, process information, and physically execute actions. The Interactive Metronome (IM) System which is the result of years of rehabilitation technology, research and development is the only modality to systematically use sounds and repetitive physical motion exercises to help individuals improve their underlyng motor planning an sequencing or timing ability. *IM is available at all NTS locations*

• Social Motor Group

  The combined speech-language and/or occupational therapy groups will facilitate appropriate social interaction skills using motivating sensory motor activities and games that require cooperation and mutual dependence rather than isolated efforts.  This program will run throughout the year with group goals updated after each session.  Your child will be matched with other children based on age and social skills.  The ultimate goal of our social motor group will be to increase your child's success in interacting with his/her peers.  It will focus on: Improving joint attention skills, Increasing awareness of one's body in space in relation to people and objects, Increasing awareness of each other's actions, Improving non-verbal and verbal turn taking skills, Improving appropriate use of not-verbal and verbal means of initiating, maintaining  and ending interactions, Improving ability to follow directions in a small group. **If interested, please contact info@ntstherapy.com for more information**

• Handwriting Without Tears Classes

  This is a simple curriculum for teaching handwriting. NTS is offering classes in all three locations on an as need basis. Typically, during the summer, we will offer multiple classes to continue stimulating growing minds. The class is developmentally based and appropriate for children with Pre-kindergarten level skills through printing and cursive. This course has proven to be very effective for children with special handwriting needs. The lessons are designed to meet the needs associated with different learning styles. Classes, which last 60 minutes,  are taught by an HWT trained Occupational Therapist each week for four consecutive weeks. Cost of the class is $180.00 for 4 classes with an additional $20.00 for workbook and other supplies. Groups consist of 3-5 children per class. Please call 713-466-6872 or email info@ntstherapy.com for more information.

• SCUBA Adventures (Seasonal)

  NTS is now offering Great SCUBA Adventures for all abilities at our Northwest facility. The classes are taught by certified SSI Scuba Instructor and retired teacher, Elizabeth Wayne. The scuba experience is instructed on a 1:1 basis and includes safety instruction, equipment usage and use of O2. Each swimmer will be able to experience the excitement of self-contained under water breathing apparatus..S.C.U.B.A. Classes are every Thursday from 12-6 p.m. 50 minute classes for $60 with NTS assistant provided or $50 if client provides adult assistance in pool. To schedule, please call NTS at 713-466-6872.