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Pediatric Physical Therapy in Bakersfield

A fun, encouraging environment where kids heal, grow, and reach their milestones, with families involved every step of the way.

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Pediatric Rehabilitation at ARI Physical Therapy in Bakersfield

Children have unique physical and developmental needs. At ARI Physical Therapy, our pediatric therapists create a fun, encouraging, one-on-one environment where kids can heal, grow, and reach their milestones. We work closely with families, too, so progress continues at home as well as in the clinic. We can usually see new pediatric patients within 1–2 weeks.

What we help with

✓Developmental delays & coordination
✓Sports injuries in young athletes
✓Post-surgical pediatric rehab
✓Torticollis & musculoskeletal conditions
✓Gross motor delays
✓Balance & coordination challenges

What to expect

1
A thorough evaluation

Your first visit (about 45–60 minutes) includes a discussion of your child's history and your concerns and goals, and a hands-on assessment of their movement and development. We then explain what is most likely going on, in plain language.

2
A personalized plan

Hands-on care plus fun, progressive activities, aimed at the most likely cause we find at the evaluation and built around your child, your family's routine and your goals. Never a one-size-fits-all program.

3
Real, lasting progress

We track your improvement and guide you back to the activities that matter, with strategies to keep the gains. From day one we set clear expectations together, because we see your child's care as a partnership with you, your pediatrician and your other care providers.

No referral needed to start. In California, you can see a physical therapist directly for up to 12 visits or 45 days, so you can begin right away. Some insurance plans still require a referral for coverage; call us at (661) 282-8584 and we'll help you check.

Why patients choose ARI

Care is always one-on-one and in person at our Bakersfield clinic, located at 8200 Stockdale Hwy, Suite B2, in the Town & Country Village center next to Trader Joe's. We accept most private insurance plans and Medicare, and we have staff who speak Spanish and Hindi.

Frequently asked questions

In California you can see a physical therapist directly, though many families come in with a pediatrician's referral. Either works, and we coordinate with your child's doctor. Some insurance plans require a referral for coverage, so we recommend checking with your plan.
We work with children of all ages on developmental, coordination, post-injury, and post-surgical needs. Call us at (661) 282-8584 and we'll let you know how we can help your child.
Yes. We work closely with families and give you a home program so the progress your child makes in the clinic continues at home.
We can usually see new pediatric patients within 1–2 weeks. Call or text us at (661) 282-8584, or request an appointment online, and we will help you find a time.
The initial evaluation takes about 45 to 60 minutes. We get to know your child, discuss your concerns and goals, assess their movement and development, and explain what is most likely going on. Then we start a fun, personalized plan that fits your family's routine, and set clear expectations together. We see your child's care as a partnership with you, your pediatrician and your other care providers.

Help your child thrive

Request a consultation and our team will help you take the first step.