Non-Medical Specialties
Tab - Applied Behavior Analysis
It is a therapeutic approach based on behavioral psychology. It aims to develop skills and improve behaviors, and is widely used with children, young people and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In addition, ABA can be applied to people with other developmental or behavioral conditions, and also benefits families and educators.
What is it for?
Develop social and communication skills;
Promote independence;
Reduce challenging behaviors;
Improve academic skills.
Food Selectivity
Feeding difficulties refer to anything that negatively impacts a parent’s and/or caregiver’s ability to provide food and nutrients to a child. Food selectivity is a common type of food selectivity, affecting approximately 80% of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and approximately 30% of neurotypical children.
Mealtime Tips:
Play with your food;
Create a hunger cycle;
Limit distractions;
Try it;
Share a meal;
30 minutes meal maximum.
Physiotherapy
The World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) describes Physiotherapy as a profession that provides services to individuals and populations with the aim of developing, maintaining and restoring maximum functional capacity and movement throughout the life cycle.
What is it for?
Specific Medical Conditions;
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation and Amputations;
Life Cycles and Health Contexts;
Mental health;
Sports and Aquatic Physiotherapy.
Speech Therapy
Speech and Language Therapists (STs) are professionals who prevent, assess and intervene in human communication disorders, covering oral and written language and other forms of communication, as well as swallowing. Working with all ages, from newborns to the elderly, STs aim to optimize communication and/or swallowing skills, improving quality of life and health. They can work in a variety of settings, such as health centers, hospitals, schools, nursing homes, private clinics and at home.
What is it for?
Communication;
Oral language;
Written language;
Articulation;
Voice;
Swallowing;
Fluency;
Orofacial Motricity.
Occupational Therapy
The Occupational Therapist (OT) trains individuals for their occupations, promoting health and well-being. He or she assesses the person, the occupation and the environment, intervening to develop or restore functions, prevent dysfunctions and compensate for limitations, using specific techniques and assistive technologies, in order to ensure full participation at all ages.
What is it for?
Promotion of autonomy in daily life activities;
Sensory stimulation;
Cognitive stimulation;
Promotion of psychosocial skills;
Adaptation of the environment;
Promotion of motor skills.
Nursing
It aims to help individuals, healthy or sick, to regain or maintain their independence in carrying out essential activities, as defined by Virginia Henderson.
What is it for?
Hygiene Care (Bathing);
Hygiene for bedridden patients;
Injectables and Serums;
Treatments, Dressings and Sutures;
Foot Treatment;
Bladder catheterization and lavage.
Pelvic Physiotherapy
It is a specialized area that prevents, evaluates and treats dysfunctions of the pelvic floor, an essential muscle for supporting organs, controlling urinary/fecal continence and sexual function.
What is it for?
Treat Incontinence;
Prolapse Management;
Peripartum Health;
Relief from Pelvic Pain and Sexual Dysfunctions;
Improve Quality of Life.
Children's Massage
Baby Massage is a set of techniques that are beneficial for any child, proven to increase the bond between parents and babies. It goes beyond the physiological, promoting trust, security and emotional acceptance, essential for the positive development of the baby's personality.
What is it for?
Impact on Body Systems;
Cognitive and Motor Development;
Relief from Physical Discomfort;
Regulation and Balance;
Skin Health and Elimination.
Nutrition
It is the specialty that evaluates and defines the ideal diet for the treatment and prevention of various diseases, and to optimize health. It is based on the study of nutrients, which are substances contained in food that provide energy and are essential for the functioning of the body.
What is it for?
Energy and Structure Supply;
Body Regulation and Absorption;
Adaptation to the Stages of Life;
Disease Prevention and Treatment;
Optimization of Performance and Quality of Life.
Pediatric Osteopathy
Prevents, diagnoses and treats conditions that affect the development of babies and children (from newborn to adolescence). Based on the premise that structure governs function, it acts on misalignments that can cause problems such as colic, reflux or torticollis, using adapted techniques. The first consultation is recommended in the first month of life.
What is it for?
Difficulties in breastfeeding and torticollis;
Developmental Delays and Cranial Deformities;
Recurrent Gastrointestinal and Respiratory Problems;
Behavioral Disorders;
Consequences of Difficult Births.
Adult Osteopathy
It is a manual therapy that, through non-invasive maneuvers, corrects mobility restrictions in joints, muscles, organs and the sacrocranial region. The objective is to diagnose and treat pathologies, in addition to preventing health problems, without drugs. Its benefits include improving body function and preventing pain.
What is it for?
Spine and nerve problems
Muscle injuries
Joint and tendon problems
Compression syndromes
Jaw joint dysfunctions
Clinical Pilates
It integrates stretching and physical exercise under therapeutic guidance, aiming to strengthen the trunk muscles and prevent injuries. It prioritizes alignment, breathing and precise movements to improve postural awareness, balance, strength and fluidity.
What is it for?
Improves Posture and Body Awareness;
Strengthens and Increases Resistance;
Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation;
Relief from Pain and Tension;
Physical and Psychological Well-Being.
Adult Psychology
It aims to deepen the understanding of conflicts and emotions, seeking strategies so that the person can relate to themselves and the world in a more balanced way, promoting personal growth and well-being. Psychological support is essential for self-knowledge and existential appreciation, contributing to physical and psychological harmony, and may include family and couples therapy.
What is it for?
Anxiety problems;
Sudden mood changes;
Feeling of panic;
Difficulty in relating to others;
Signs of sadness and isolation;
Difficulty in accepting one’s own emotions;
Child Psychology
It studies the behavior and socio-emotional development of children and adolescents. Unlike adult psychology, it helps to identify, diagnose and prevent behavioral problems and developmental delays, as well as guide caregivers in communicating with and supporting the child.
What is it for?
Development Assessment;
Disturbance Detection;
Cognitive Stimulation;
Emotional/Social Support;
Parental Guidance.
Psychology of Major Trauma
It studies the profound impacts of traumatic experiences, which can "trap" disturbing memories in the brain. To deal with this, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) emerges as a therapeutic tool validated by the WHO, which uses bilateral stimulation to help the brain reprocess and integrate these memories, reducing suffering and facilitating recovery.
What is it for?
Complex and Post-Traumatic Trauma;
Anxiety and Panic Disorders;
Grief and Dissociation;
Disturbing Memories and Behaviors;
Relational Context.
Psychomotricity
It is a therapy that integrates motor, cognitive and emotional functions using the body and movement to promote psychosocial balance and overall development. It is based on the strong connection between movement, emotions, thought and behavior. It is intended for children (preschool and school age), people with neurological conditions or disabilities, with autism spectrum disorders and the elderly.
What is it for?
Develop motor skills;
Facilitate emotional expression;
Promote sensory integration;
Support cognitive and academic development;
Reduce challenging behaviors and improve self-esteem.
Postpartum Recovery
This refers to the period in which a mother resumes her activities and physical fitness after the birth of her baby. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends that physical exercise be resumed when it is medically safe, usually two weeks after a vaginal birth and about six weeks after a cesarean section, always with prior medical advice.
What is it for?
Prevent Complications;
Educate and Empower;
Offer Emotional Support;
Promote Long-Term Health;
Ensure a Smooth Transition.
Physiotherapy in Women's Health
It is a specialized area that aims to rehabilitate, prevent, re-educate and promote women's pelvic health at all stages of their lives. It covers everything from preparation for childbirth and postpartum recovery to the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunctions (uro-gynecological).
What is it for?
Childbirth Preparation and Recovery;
Prevention and Treatment of Pelvic Dysfunctions;
Muscle Strengthening and Rehabilitation;
Pain and Discomfort Management;
Education and Autonomy.
