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Physical Therapy

Physical therapy (or PT) helps people with motor or movement difficulties. Physical therapy can support people in building skills like sitting, walking, or kicking.


A diagnosis of autism is not required for a child to receive physical therapy. A doctor may have to write a prescription for your child to start physical therapy. 

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© 2025 by PEAAK Advisory Board with support by the Organization for Autism Research and Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

A Note On Language: We use "autistic child" in line with autistic self-advocates. Some prefer "child with autism." We respect everyone's choice.

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