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Programs & Services


Early Childhood Motor Development Clinic

The Early Childhood Motor Development Clinic (ECDMC) helps young children (under 4 years of age) who have complex movement and development problems. These are problems that their regular doctor or pediatrician cannot treat.

Children may be assessed by one or more specialists, including:

  • A pediatric physiatrist (a doctor who treats movement and physical problems)
  • A neurologist (a doctor who treats brain and nerve conditions)
  • A developmental pediatrician (a doctor who helps children with development and learning)

Your child will continue to see their regular doctor for ongoing care.

The ECDMC does not accept referrals where the main concern is autism or other learning or behaviour concerns.  

Contact Details

Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital

Address
10230 111 Avenue NW
Edmonton, Alberta
T5G 0B7
Telephone
780-735-7918
Fax
780-735-7907
Accessibility

Accessible and public parking is available on designated surface stalls and underground parkade. Pay by plate parking is available.


Ramps and wheelchair accessible washrooms.

Parking Map

Hours of Operation
Days of the Week

Monday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tuesday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Friday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Access
Service Providers May Include
developmental pediatricians, neurologists, physiatrists
Eligibility

Child must be under 4 years of age

Must have an abnormal neuroimaging or neurological / neuromotor exam.  Exam findings may include:

  • Difficulty with walking / gait concerns
  • Abnormal tone or posture
  • Delayed motor milestones
  • Possible underlying neurological or neuromuscular condition

Must have complex concerns related to motor abilities or motor development that have a functional impact on the child and can't be addressed by a community doctor

In addition to the motor concern, the child may also present with:

  • Speech and language / communication concerns
  • Cognition concerns
  • Social/emotional concerns
  • Adaptive / self-help concerns
Service Access

Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.

The child must be referred by a community physician, pediatrician, or nurse practitioner for a specialist evaluation and recommendations. The referring provider must complete the referral form and a referral letter indicating medical needs and level of urgency and fax it to the service using the contact information in this profile. 

 

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ECDMC