The Timmermans Method Archives - The Timmermans Method

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026Hydrotherapy, Intensive Therapy, Our services

How We Use Hydrotherapy to Support Learning to Balance and Understand Body Position

As part of modern physiotherapy, hydrotherapy provides structured, evidence-based rehabilitation in water. Buoyancy reduces joint strain, resistance builds strength and hydrostatic pressure supports circulation. This allows individuals to practise stepping, balance and functional movement with less fear of falling. When delivered within intensive physiotherapy programmes, hydrotherapy supports meaningful improvements in mobility, coordination and overall movement confidence.

February 18, 2026March 5, 2026Intensive Therapy, Our services

How Autism Masks Coordination and Developmental Delays

Autism can mask coordination and developmental delays. Discover how movement-based and intensive physiotherapy programs support children, teens, and adults at The Timmermans Method.

February 10, 2026Intensive Therapy, Our services

Why Vibration Therapy Can Help Bodies With Low or High Muscle Tone Move Better

an adult doing the power plate vibration therapy

Both high and low muscle tone can make movement difficult.. This article explains how the Power Plate vibration therapy supports muscle activation and regulation for people with hypotonia or hypertonia, and why it is used as part of intensive physiotherapy programs at The Timmermans Method.

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026Intensive Therapy, Our services

Why Therapy Still Works for Teens and Adults, Not Just Children

an adult trialing the power plate at the expo

Many people believe therapy only works in childhood. In reality, the brain remains capable of change throughout life. This article explores how movement and function can improve for teens and adults when therapy provides the intensity and structure the brain needs.

November 24, 2025February 10, 2026Cuevas Medek Exercises, Intensive Therapy, Our Therapy process

A Day in a CME Therapy Session: What to Expect and How It Helps Your Child

Parents of children with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, or developmental delays will find this article a breath of fresh air. It explores Cuevas Medek Exercises (CME), a hands-on therapy technique that uses gravity, repetition, and neural activation to improve movement. This guide walks you through what CME involves, who it’s best suited for, and how it’s helping children reach milestones faster than expected. You’ll read about actual success stories from places like Sydney and Melbourne, giving you a sense of what’s possible with commitment and the right support.

September 10, 2025February 10, 2026Intensive Therapy, Our Therapy process

From Passive Sitting to Active Living: Why COGY Is Changing Rehab

For parents and carers seeking innovative ways to support loved ones with cerebral palsy, stroke, or spinal injuries, this article about the COGY wheelchair is a must-read. Unlike standard wheelchairs, COGY engages the legs through a clever pedal system, activating muscles and nerves in a therapeutic cycle. It explains how the COGY aids not only muscle tone and flexibility but also cardiovascular fitness and overall confidence. Better yet, there’s guidance on how to trial one in Australia, ensuring you can make an informed choice.

July 9, 2025February 14, 2026Intensive Therapy, Our Therapy process, tools

Gentle Vibration, Big Impact: How Power Plate Supports Kids with Hypotonia or Hypertonia

Parents of children with physical development delays often search far and wide for solutions that truly work. This article presents Power Plate vibration therapy as a research-supported, family-friendly option for kids with hypotonia or hypertonia. It details how the therapy works, explaining how customised vibrations help either activate weak muscles or calm stiff ones.

May 28, 2025February 10, 2026Hydrotherapy, Intensive Therapy, Our Therapy process

Supporting Your Child’s Development: The Role of Paediatric Physiotherapy

Every parent of a child with developmental needs understands those meaningful moments—when your child accomplishes something new. Paediatric physiotherapy techniques aim to support your child’s development by providing structured opportunities to practice and develop movement skills in an encouraging environment.

March 3, 2025March 3, 2025Intensive Therapy, Our Therapy process

Parents as Partners: The Key to Unlocking Your Child’s Potential

parent as an active partner in a child's physiotherapy session

Your role in your child’s physiotherapy journey isn’t just supportive—it’s transformative. When parents become active partners in the therapy process, children make faster progress and develop lasting skills. This article explains why your involvement matters so deeply and how you can help create the conditions where breakthrough moments happen more often.

January 20, 2025January 20, 2025Intensive Therapy, Our Therapy process

Understanding Dynamic Movement Therapy: Helping Your Child Reach Their Movement Milestones

dynamic movement therapy is like teaching children how to ride a bike

Parents of children with developmental delays often seek effective ways to support their child’s journey toward independence. Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) is a science-backed approach that combines structured play with targeted exercises to help children overcome mobility challenges. Sessions are personalised to focus on movements your child needs most – whether that’s climbing stairs, standing independently, or safely navigating their home. Families are encouraged to participate, learning practical tips to integrate movement development into everyday moments. DMI doesn’t just build strength and coordination – it fosters resilience and brings families closer as they celebrate each milestone together.