Caitlin Madeley
Neuropaediatric Physiotherapist
Caitlin has had a passion for working with children since she was in high school. She strives to learn and grow as a therapist and is always open to new ideas and treatment options.
Caitlin completed her Community Service year at Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital, where she gained experience with a variety of different paediatric conditions.
She then spent seven years in a general practice where she was able to continue treating children in a variety of settings. Caitlin loves working in a multidisciplinary team and values the importance of shared goals for the benefit of the children.
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BSc Physiotherapy (WITS) 2014
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NDT Intro (SANDTA)
Robyn Tacon
Neuropaediatric Physiotherapist
Robyn learnt early on the importance of communicating appropriately with and upskilling her patients and their families in order to get the best carry over from therapy. She has extensive experience working with children with special needs, musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. with additional interest and experience in Medicolegal Practice.
She has a passion for working with babies, especially in the NICU, and with children from disadvantaged backgrounds. She has a strong sense of duty to the community, providing therapy and support within the practices for orphaned children and families that cannot afford intervention.
- BSc Physiotherapy (UCT) 2007
- Neurodevelopmental Therapist (NDT) (SANDTA) 2009
- TheraTogs Practitioner 2011
- Advanced NDT in Babies 2013
- Advanced NDT in Children with Dyskinesia 2012
- NICU Neurodevelopmental Supportive Care 2013
- Advanced General Movements Assessment Practitioner 2017
- Movement Analysis & Educational Strategies (MAES) Therapist 2017
- Brazelton (NBAS) Practitioner 2019
- EMBA 2023
Physiotherapists treat:
Low Muscle Tone
The child with low tone has muscles that are slow to initiate a muscle contraction, contract very slowly in response to a stimulus, and cannot maintain a contraction for as long as his peers.
This can often associated with hyper flexibility and hypermobility of the joints.
Genetic Conditions/Syndromes
A disorder or condition caused by an absent or defective gene or by a chromosomal aberration. For example Cystic Fibrosis or Down Syndrome.
Congenital Conditions/ Complications
Conditions resulting from problems during pregnancy or at birth. For example Congenital Torticollis or Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
Neurological Conditions
Disorders or conditions associated with an undeveloped or injured nervous system – central and peripheral (brain or spinal cord injury), resulting in physical and cognitive challenges. For example Cerebral Palsy or Traumatic Brain Injury.
Postural Problems
Concerns regarding habitual sitting and standing posture; slouching; leaning; lethargy; low endurance. For example Scoliosis.
Respiratory Conditions
Conditions affecting the lungs and breathing ability. For example Asthma or RSV.
Developmental Delay
Any significant lag in a child’s physical, cognitive, behavioral, emotional or social development, in comparison with norms. This is when a child has difficulties in reaching age appropriate milestones.
Premature Infants
Children born prior to 40 weeks gestation. Intervention is best as early as possible, though therapy is still beneficial when the child is older.
Orthopaedic/Musculoskeletal Conditions
Conditions affecting the skeleton, muscles and connective tissue system. For example Muscular Dystrophy or Dislocation/Fractures.
Coordination & Balance Disorders
Children who struggle with tasks requiring complex weight shifts and coordinated movements, often told they are ‘clumsy’; can include neurological reasons. For example Developmental Coordination Disorder or Dyspraxia.
Rheumatology Conditions
Conditions presenting with chronic inflammation and/or rheumatologic markers. For example Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis or Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.