Cochrane
Temiskaming
Children's Treatment Centre
CLINICS
Bill
of Rights and Outline of Responsibilities for Families and Children
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The Orthotist
assesses the child along with a Children's Treatment Centre’s Therapist.
If warranted, the Orthotist then fabricates splints/orthotics to maximize
the child’s independence.
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The clinic
consists of an Occupational Therapist and a Speech-Language Pathologist.
The therapists assess the need for basic writing devices (word
processor, computer, editing software) for school aged children in the
Centre’s service area. Children
with more complex issues are referred to general/expanded clinics in
Ontario.
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Medical
Clinic
A Pediatrician
reviews the child’s present medical status and assists therapists and
families to plan for the future needs of the child.
Equipment Clinic
This
clinic consists of a Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist with
Assistive Devices Program (ADP) authorization, a local vendor and the
child and his/her family. Together
the child’s mobility/seating needs are assessed and an appropriate piece
of equipment (e.g., walker, stroller, wheelchair, seating system) is
prescribed for the child. Children
with more complex issues are referred to a more specialized clinic in
Ontario.
Infant Preschool Clinic
The Centre
partners with other community agencies (Cochrane Temiskaming Infancy and
Early Childhood Services) to screen preschoolers (newborn to 4 years of
age) with developmental concerns. Referrals
are accepted at the Children’s Treatment Centre and can be made by a
parent, physician or any agency involved with the child.
Casting
Clinic
This clinic
consists of a Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist with specific
training in serial casting. The
casting is completed on a child in order to improve heelcord flexibility.
The casting is provided on the recommendation of a Pediatrician or
Orthopedic Specialist and after a thorough assessment has been completed
by the Centre therapist. Appropriate
follow-up is provided (strengthening and/or stretching exercises, use of
orthotics).
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