 Owatonna HospitalSister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute - OwatonnaKenny Kids™ Pediatric Rehabilitation ProgramTo begin a therapy program, patients need a referral from a doctor, home health nurse, occupational health nurse or case manager. To schedule an appointment, or for more information, The Kenny Kids™ therapists at Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute – Owatonna are dedicated to helping children who have medical conditions or syndromes that may interfere with development, as well as helping student-athletes recover from an injury. Our staff of physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech language pathologists work as a team to integrate individual therapy goals with the goals of the child, family, school programs and other health care providers. Our bright, cheerful pediatric area includes a climbing wall to improve motor skills, stretch and strengthen muscles, as well as to increase developmental capabilities, such as problem solving. We also have a gym, private treatment rooms and a room for parents to watch their child's therapy session on live-video. Who we help
We provide personalized treatment for children from birth to age 18. Rehabilitation may help children who have:
EvaluationOur rehab team works together to provide a comprehensive assessment of each patient. The assessment may include developmental gross and fine motor evaluations, speech and language evaluations, oral/motor and feeding evaluations, the Sensory Integration and Praxis Test, or the use of assistive technology and augmentative communication. Rehabilitation servicesOur staff consists of occupational and physical therapists and speech-language pathologists who have extensive training in pediatric rehabilitation. Physical therapists focus on increasing flexibility of muscles and joints, balance, motor skills, posture and equipment needs. Occupational therapists focus on strength and fine motor coordination, sensory processing, including sensitivity training to touch, movement and noise, daily living skills and cognitive skills, including problem solving, organization, attention span, and following directions Speech-language pathologists focus on improving the ability to produce speech, put words together and understand language. They also evaluate and treat swallowing problems, feeding disorders, voice disorders, stuttering, and articulation including the use of sign language. Learn more about Kenny Kids™Kenny Kids is an established rehabilitation program with one other Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute location in Coon Rapids. Learn more about the program and view helpful fact sheets. |