Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition in newborns, and at Rehab Care, our multidisciplinary team specializes in providing expert care for children with this condition. We deliver comprehensive support that addresses both the medical and developmental needs of each child, while guiding families through every step of the journey.
DOWN'S SYNDROME
The Down Syndrome Clinic at Rehab Care in DHA Lahore follows a family-centered approach, providing comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for children and adolescents with Down syndrome. Our mission is to empower not only the child but also their family, offering continuous support at every stage of development.
Our multidisciplinary team — consisting of developmental pediatricians, psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and advanced practice nurses — works in close partnership with each child’s primary care physician. This collaborative method ensures coordinated, personalized care that addresses every aspect of the child’s health, learning, and overall well-being.
Improving Quality of Life for Children and Families
Children's National and Referring Pediatricians to Achieve
Comprehensive Medical Assessments – Thorough evaluations to understand each child’s overall health and developmental needs.
Coordination & Monitoring of Early Intervention Services – Close collaboration with families and professionals to ensure timely, effective interventions.
Specialty Referrals – Access to a network of pediatric specialists for advanced care when needed.
Ongoing Research & Best Practices – Commitment to incorporating the latest research in the diagnosis and management of Down syndrome.
Treatment Therapies for children with Down’s syndrome
Early Intervention Programs
We utilize a range of specialized therapies in our early intervention programs and continue them throughout an individual’s life to support optimal development, independence, and productivity. Physical therapy involves targeted activities and exercises designed to enhance motor skills, strengthen muscles, and improve posture and balance, enabling individuals to move with greater confidence and coordination.
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy plays a vital role, particularly in the early years of a child’s life, as physical abilities form the foundation for developing other essential skills. For children with Down syndrome, a physical therapist can provide strategies to overcome physical challenges such as low muscle tone in ways that prevent long-term complications. For example, the therapist may guide a child in developing an efficient walking pattern, helping to avoid issues like foot pain later in life.
Speech-language therapy can help children with Down syndrome improve their communication skills and use language more effectively
For many children with Down syndrome, speech and language skills develop more slowly than other milestones. At Rehab Care’s Down Syndrome Clinic in DHA Lahore, early intervention with a speech-language pathologist can be life-changing. Therapy focuses on building the foundation for communication through techniques such as sound imitation, oral muscle coordination, and breath control. In some cases, feeding guidance — including breastfeeding techniques — is also provided, as it can help strengthen the muscles used in speech.
It’s common for a child to understand far more than they can verbally express. During this stage, our therapists may introduce alternative communication tools, such as picture exchange systems, visual prompts, or basic sign language, enabling the child to communicate effectively while verbal abilities are still developing.
Speech and language therapy at Rehab Care in DHA Lahore continues to evolve with the child’s age and needs. Support may extend into school years and adulthood, focusing on higher-level skills such as fluent conversation, precise pronunciation, reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and memory retention. Our goal is to strengthen both functional and social communication so individuals with Down syndrome can interact with confidence and independence in every area of life.
Occupational therapy helps find ways to adjust everyday tasks and conditions to match a person’s needs and abilities.
Occupational Therapy at our Down Syndrome Clinic in DHA Lahore focuses on developing essential daily living skills that promote independence. This includes self-care activities such as feeding, dressing, handwriting, and basic computer use. To make these tasks easier, our occupational therapists may recommend adaptive tools — for example, specially designed pencils for a better grip or utensils that enhance control and coordination.
As children progress, occupational therapy adapts to their stage of life. For teenagers, our therapists in DHA Lahore provide guidance on exploring career options, learning vocational skills, and identifying personal strengths that can shape future goals.
Emotional and Behavioral Therapies at Rehab Care in DHA Lahore address challenges that may arise from communication difficulties or developmental differences. Children with Down syndrome may sometimes face frustration, compulsive behaviors, ADHD, or other emotional concerns. Our therapists work to understand the underlying causes of certain behaviors, develop proactive strategies to prevent challenges, and teach positive, constructive ways to respond.
A psychologist, counselor, or mental health specialist can also assist children in processing emotions, building coping strategies, and enhancing social skills. During adolescence, hormonal changes can sometimes intensify emotions or cause behavioral shifts. Our behavioral therapy programs in DHA Lahore help teenagers recognize these feelings and manage them effectively, promoting calmness and self-control.
We also provide parents with the tools and guidance they need to support their child’s daily challenges, encourage independence, and help them achieve their fullest potential.
