Expert Pediatric Physical Therapy for Your Baby or Toddler

In-home or daycare pediatric physical therapy from a doctor of physical therapy with nearly three decades of experience. Serving Rutherford, NJ and neighboring communities.

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For Parents

Is This Your Child?

A lot of parents land here the same way — researching quietly, late at night, before reaching out to anyone. Here’s what often brings families to Dr. Sue.

Tight Neck or Head Tilt

Torticollis — a tight neck muscle that causes the head to tilt to one side.

Flat Spot on the Head

Plagiocephaly, often showing up alongside limited head movement.

Behind on Milestones

Rolling, sitting, crawling, or walking later than expected.

Feels Floppy
or Stiff

Low or high muscle tone — either end of the spectrum is worth a conversation.

Born
Early

Premature babies often need extra support catching up on motor development.

Limited Arm Movement

Brachial plexus injury or Erb’s palsy from a difficult birth.

A Genetic Diagnosis

Conditions like Down syndrome that affect motor coordination and strength.

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Our Services

How Dr. Sue Helps Your
Child Move, Grow, & Thrive

One-on-one, in-home pediatric physical therapy tailored to your child — from early signs to confident milestones.

Building Strength

Muscle strengthening of the neck, core, arms, and legs to support overall movement and development.

Better Balance & Coordination

Helping your child’s body and brain work together for smoother, more confident movement.

Milestone Coaching

Hands-on guidance through rolling, sitting, standing, and walking — taught in a way that makes each one easier to reach.

Walking & Mobility Support

Gait training, plus assessment for walkers, braces, or trunk and leg supports when needed.

Coaching for Parents, Too

Family and caregiver education built into every session — the part Dr. Sue cares about most.

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about all therapeutic services

The Process

How it works

No referral needed to start the conversation.

1

Reach Out

Send a quick message about what you're noticing.

2

Free 10-Minute Call

Talk it through with Dr. Sue — no pressure.

3

In-Home Evaluation

A personalized plan, built around your child.

Dr. Susan Lastra, DPT

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Meet Your Therapist

Meet Dr. Sue

A compassionate, empathetic pediatric physical therapist with nearly three decades of experience — from NICU care to home-based early intervention.

Doctorate, Arcadia University

APTA Clinical Instructor

~20 Years, Hackensack Meridian

NICU pediatric care

Real stories from families who found clarity, confidence, and steady progress through in-home pediatric care.

“Dr. Sue made the whole process feel manageable. She came to us, explained everything clearly, and we finally felt like we had a plan.”

A Rutherford Parent

Early Intervention Client

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Resources

Helpful Reading for Parents

Real credentials. Real flexibility. Real care, wherever your child is.

New Jersey Early Intervention Services

For children ages 0–3. Evaluation is free, with services provided based on qualifying criteria — generally in the home.

Pathways.org

Free baby and young child development guides — available as an app, great for parents tracking milestones at home.

Pathways.org

Free baby and young child development guides — available as an app, great for parents tracking milestones at home.

Pathways.org

Free baby and young child development guides — available as an app, great for parents tracking milestones at home.

Contact

Ready to begin your blossoming child journey?

The first step is just a conversation. Send a quick note and Dr. Sue will follow up to set up a free 10-minute call.