Pediatric Therapy for Children in the Bronx, NY

Pediatric Care in the Bronx

Trusted Pediatric Physical Therapy Services in the Bronx

Magnet Health provides pediatric therapy in the Bronx for children who need support with movement, coordination, daily activities, sensory processing, and developmental skills.

Our pediatric physical therapy (PT) services focus on improving strength, balance, mobility, coordination, gait, and functional movement through individualized therapy activities designed around each child’s needs.

Pediatric occupational therapy (OT) helps children build practical skills for everyday activities, including fine motor coordination, participation, independence, and age-appropriate functional tasks.

We take a family-centered approach, creating a supportive environment where kids can work toward meaningful goals. Our team works with parents and caregivers throughout the therapy process to encourage progress at home and in daily life.

Conditions Treated by Our Pediatric Physical Therapist in Bronx

Our pediatric therapy program supports children with a range of developmental, motor, sensory, and functional needs through individualized physical and occupational therapy services.

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Therapy may help children develop coordination, motor skills, sensory regulation, functional abilities, and participation in everyday activities based on their individual needs.

Cerebral Palsy: Pediatric physical therapy can support strength, balance, mobility, coordination, positioning, and functional movement to help children participate more comfortably in daily activities.

Down Syndrome: Therapy can focus on strength, balance, coordination, gross motor development, mobility, and functional skills while supporting each child’s individual developmental goals.

Developmental Delay: Children experiencing developmental delays may benefit from targeted activities that support age-appropriate motor, coordination, functional, and daily living skills.

Gross Motor Delay: Physical therapy can help children work on larger movements such as walking, running, jumping, climbing, balancing, and overall body coordination.

Fine Motor Delay: Occupational therapy can support hand strength, coordination, grasping, writing readiness, object manipulation, and other fine motor skills needed for everyday activities.

Sensory Processing Difficulties: Therapy may incorporate sensory-based activities to help children participate more comfortably in everyday routines, movement activities, play, and age-appropriate tasks.

Pediatric Gait & Walking Difficulties: Pediatric physical therapy can address walking patterns, balance, coordination, strength, and functional mobility while working toward safer and more confident movement.

Why Magnet Health for Pediatric Therapy & OT?

Family-Centered Care

Parents and caregivers are an important part of a child's therapy journey. We encourage communication about goals, progress, home activities, and practical ways to support development.

Child-Friendly Environment

Children can participate more comfortably in a welcoming environment. Therapy activities encourage engagement, movement, skill development, confidence, and participation throughout each session.

Pediatric PT & OT Services

Our program brings pediatric physical therapy and occupational therapy together to support movement, coordination, strength, fine motor skills, daily activities, and greater independence.

Convenient Bronx Location

Magnet Health provides pediatric therapy services in the Bronx, making it easier for local families to access physical therapy, occupational therapy, and developmental support in one location.

Individualized Therapy Plans

Every child has different strengths and challenges. Our therapy approach is tailored to individual needs, functional goals, developmental level, and progress, creating a focused and meaningful care experience.

Insurance Plans Accepted for Pediatric Therapy

Magnet Health works with families to make pediatric therapy more accessible. Dr. Alpesh Patel and his team oversee the physical therapy and occupational therapy program, helping children receive appropriate care based on their individual therapy needs.

Conveniently Located Pediatric Clinics in The Bronx

We are currently located at 3071 Perry Avenue, Bronx, and 1163 Manor Avenue, Bronx. You should be able to reach both these clinics easily, irrespective of where you live in the Bronx.

We remain open every weekday and stay closed on weekends. To learn about the availability of our pediatricians and book an appointment, call 7182316700. The representative picking up your call will give you an appointment based on your preference and convenience.

PT / OT Pediatric Care locations in Bronx, NY

Office hours

Our business hours are designed to fit your schedule. Below you will find our schedule:

Monday – Thursday : 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Friday :
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Pediatric occupational therapy focuses on skills children use during everyday activities at home, school, and in the community.

OT may support fine motor skills, hand coordination, functional activities, independence, sensory needs, and participation in age-appropriate tasks.

Therapy activities can be adapted to a child’s abilities and interests, helping make sessions engaging while working toward meaningful functional goals.

Sensory Support for Children

Some children experience difficulties processing or responding to sensory information such as movement, touch, sounds, textures, or changes in their surroundings.

Our pediatric therapy program can incorporate appropriate sensory-based activities as part of an individualized therapy plan. These activities are designed around the child’s specific needs and functional goals.

Pediatric Gait, Walking & Mobility Therapy

Walking and mobility difficulties can affect a child’s ability to participate in play, school activities, and everyday routines.

Pediatric physical therapy may focus on balance, coordination, strength, walking patterns, mobility, and functional movement.

Our team works with each child based on their abilities and therapy goals, helping support improved movement and participation.

A Family-Centered Approach to Pediatric Therapy

Pediatric therapy is not only about what happens during a therapy session. Parents and caregivers play an important role in supporting a child’s development and progress.

Our team encourages communication with families about therapy goals, progress, activities, and ways to support appropriate skills outside of therapy sessions.

We believe children benefit when their caregivers understand the purpose of therapy and are involved throughout the process.

Pediatric Therapy Near You in the Bronx

Looking for pediatric physical therapy or occupational therapy near you in the Bronx? Magnet Health offers pediatric therapy services for children with developmental, motor, sensory, mobility, and functional needs.

Our convenient Bronx location provides families with access to pediatric PT, OT, sensory support, and developmental therapy in a supportive healthcare environment.

If your child has difficulty with movement, coordination, walking, fine motor skills, sensory processing, or everyday activities, speak with our team to learn more about available pediatric therapy services.

Pediatric Physical Therapy in the Bronx

Pediatric physical therapy helps children develop and improve physical abilities that are important for movement and everyday participation. Therapy may focus on strength, balance, coordination, mobility, gait, posture, and gross motor skills.

At Magnet Health, therapy activities are selected around the child’s current abilities and goals. Sessions can include age-appropriate movement activities, exercises, balance activities, coordination exercises, and functional tasks.

The goal is to help children participate more confidently in activities that matter to them, whether that involves walking, playing, climbing, running, or performing everyday movements.

Testimonials

What Our Patients Say

Been going here and let me just say I’m never disappointed. It’s super clean and organized and the waiting area also. Appointments are made fast and also have reminder calls. The Dr - Dr Tokar is amazing and so caring most of my family in the Bronx goes to her 🤗 and I’m not just saying that to say cause I live in Brooklyn but still come back. This woman and the whole staff are amazing. I do see a lot of new faces but still amazing, helpful and gentle care is 🔥💯.

Taniqua T

Debbie was very good when taking blood from my 9 year old daughter. She made her comfortable and the process went great.. keep up the good work.

Tasha Castillo

I am grateful to the staff and doctors I have. They treat me very well. I have been with them for 16 years. Thank you for your service.

Mercedes Lorenzo

I highly recommend this office to anyone looking for a comfortable and well-cared for experience. The doctor listened carefully to my concerns and addressed all my questions patiently. I was so impressed with the level of care I received. The doctor was thorough, explained everything clearly.

Mikey Martinez

I have been visiting this place for years. The staff and doctors are great. The location is clean and safe. I highly recommend it.

Fontana Tonge

Every time I visit this place, I feel like a home. The treatment, the care, the providers are so good. Best clinic in the Bronx.

Natver Christie

This is a good place where I like to have my physical check every year, the people are nice, kind and helpful.

Omar Blanco Juárez

I just had my yearly check up and everything was done so smoothly, amazing work! Loved it! The doctor and all the staff were very nice and attentive. The doctor actually listened to my concerns and addressed them directly. Everyone was very friendly and professional. Overall great experience!

Keila Montilla

Have been coming since I was very young and I still receive great care, respect for all my needs and concerns. Unlike other clinics this one has been keeping up with modern technology, medicine and practices. Many staff are bilingual in case people don’t speak English.

Jaden-lei Encarnacion

The level of professionalism, expertise, and compassion demonstrated by both you and your dedicated team of nurses during my recent visit was truly exceptional. From the moment I entered the clinic until the conclusion of my appointment, every interaction left a positive impact.

Bella San

FAQS

Have Questions? We Have Answers!

You can schedule an appointment at Magnet Health by calling our office. Our flexible schedules make it easy for you to find a convenient time.

What does pediatric physical therapy help with?
Pediatric physical therapy can help children work on strength, balance, coordination, mobility, gait, gross motor skills, and functional movement based on their individual needs.
Pediatric occupational therapy can support fine motor skills, hand coordination, sensory needs, daily activities, functional skills, and independence.
Yes. Our pediatric therapy program can support children with autism based on their individual developmental, sensory, motor, and functional needs.
Yes. Pediatric physical and occupational therapy may help address mobility, coordination, strength, balance, and functional skills for children with cerebral palsy.
Yes. Our pediatric therapy services can support children experiencing developmental, gross motor, fine motor, sensory, and functional delays.
Magnet Health provides pediatric therapy services at 1163 Manor Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472.
Call (718) 231-6700 to discuss your child’s needs, available services, insurance coverage, and scheduling.

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