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Advanced pediatric therapy · San Diego

Specialty services few clinics offer

Optimize is one of the few San Diego pediatric clinics offering advanced, training-intensive interventions for children with complex needs — from Dynamic Movement Intervention to Galileo vibration therapy.

A child works with a therapist during a specialized movement session
Spotlight

DMI — Dynamic Movement Intervention

DMI is a specialized therapeutic technique used to treat children with motor delays. Through progressively challenging exercises, the therapist provokes automatic postural and movement responses — helping the child progress toward developmental milestones.

It is particularly meaningful for children with conditions like Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, hypotonia and global developmental delay. Few clinics in San Diego are trained to deliver it.

Ask if DMI is right for your child
Our specialty toolkit

Advanced interventions, all in one clinic

Each of these requires dedicated training. Together, they let us tailor care for children other clinics may not be equipped to serve.

DMI

Dynamic Movement Intervention

A specialized technique using progressively challenging exercises to provoke automatic postural and motor responses — supporting children with motor delays toward developmental milestones.

Aquatic Therapy

Water-based treatment

The warmth and buoyancy of water reduce the impact of gravity, letting children build strength, balance and confidence in movements that are harder on land.

Galileo

Vibration therapy

Side-alternating whole-body vibration that stimulates muscle activation and helps improve strength, balance and bone health.

TASES

Electrical stimulation

Threshold electrical stimulation used to support muscle activation and motor recruitment as part of a broader therapy plan.

Reflex Integration

Primitive reflex work

Addresses retained primitive reflexes that can interfere with movement, coordination, attention and learning.

TheraTogs

Wearable bracing system

A wearable orthotic and bracing system that provides gentle support and alignment cues throughout the day and during therapy.

Kinesiotape

Therapeutic taping

Elastic therapeutic taping used to support muscles and joints, improve body awareness and reinforce movement patterns.

PT Intensives

Concentrated programs

Short bursts of frequent, focused therapy designed to accelerate progress toward specific functional goals.

Looking for a specific therapy?

Tell us what you’re looking for — if your child could benefit from one of these specialized programs, we’ll help you get started.

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In-network: Tricare-West Kaiser referrals welcome Private pay accepted 9620 Chesapeake Dr, Ste 103 · San Diego, CA 92123