India, Sept. 7 -- For parents, a child's first roll, independent sit, crawl or step is a moment to celebrate. But when these milestones are delayed, overlooked or dismissed, valuable time for intervention can sometimes be lost.

This World Physiotherapy Day, HT puts spotlight on the importance of recognising early signs of developmental or movement difficulties and seeking professional evaluation when concerns arise.

Paediatric physiotherapy can help children develop strength, coordination, balance and functional mobility, particularly when developmental delays are linked to neurological conditions, injuries or disorders such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy (genetic disorder that causes progressive muscle weakness) and spina bifida...