In the early years of a child’s life, the brain is at its most adaptable—forming new neural connections at lightning speed. It’s also during this time that signs of sensory-seeking behavior and hyperactivity often begin to surface. Yet, many families wait until a child enters school to seek help. Dr. Purva Pande, a renowned pediatric physiotherapist and founder of Milestones Child Development Center in Gurugram, believes this delay can be costly—emotionally, socially, and developmentally. She emphasizes that occupational therapy must begin before school age to harness neuroplasticity and set the foundation for long-term success.
As the demand for occupational therapy in Gurgaon continues to grow, Milestones Child Development Center is at the forefront of early intervention for children showing signs of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or sensory processing difficulties. According to Dr. Pande, pre-school years offer a golden window to address hyperactivity, emotional dysregulation, poor attention, and sensory-seeking behaviors that may otherwise disrupt learning and social integration later on.
“Waiting until school-age to address these issues means the child is already struggling in structured environments,” says Dr. Pande. “By intervening early, we can equip them with regulation strategies, fine motor skills, and body awareness—so they enter classrooms ready to learn, not to compensate.”
Hyperactivity and sensory-seeking behaviors are not mere personality quirks. Children who are constantly moving, crashing into things, chewing objects, avoiding touch, or showing inconsistent attention spans may be dealing with underlying sensory integration challenges. These can impact everything from motor planning and emotional control to handwriting, self-care, and classroom behavior. Left unaddressed, they may be misinterpreted as behavioral issues or defiance, leading to unnecessary disciplinary actions or social isolation.
At Milestones, occupational therapy is not about simply “calming down” a hyperactive child. Instead, it focuses on helping the child understand and regulate their sensory needs in a supportive environment. Therapy rooms are equipped with swings, weighted blankets, obstacle courses, and tactile toys to provide sensory diets tailored to each child’s profile. These activities are designed to improve proprioception, vestibular processing, and self-regulation—key areas that govern attention, movement, and emotional balance.
Dr. Pande shares the story of a 3.5-year-old boy who exhibited excessive running, difficulty sitting for meals, resistance to dressing, and frequent meltdowns. “His parents were told to wait until school began,” she recalls. “But they trusted their instincts and came to us early.” After undergoing a structured occupational therapy program focusing on sensory integration, visual-motor training, and structured play routines, the child developed the ability to stay seated for 15–20 minutes, follow two-step instructions, and transition between tasks—skills that became the bedrock of his kindergarten readiness.
According to a 2022 study published in Early Human Development, children with sensory modulation difficulties who began occupational therapy before age five showed significantly better outcomes in attention span, adaptive behavior, and school readiness than those who started therapy later. The research backs what Dr. Pande sees in her clinic every day: early therapy equals better long-term outcomes.
One reason for Milestones’ success is its interdisciplinary team of occupational therapists, pediatric physiotherapists, and speech therapists who co-design each child’s therapy plan. Parents are also deeply involved—through home program guidance, progress reviews, and training on how to support sensory needs in daily routines.
“Therapy doesn’t end when a child walks out of our clinic,” says Dr. Pande. “We teach parents how to integrate sensory breaks, fine motor activities, and movement games into the child’s home life so the learning continues around the clock.”
The clinic also conducts sensory awareness workshops and school-readiness assessments to guide families on when and how to begin therapy. Signs such as frequent toe-walking, tip-toe running, clumsiness, poor balance, delayed fine motor skills, excessive mouthing, or trouble with transitions are strong indicators that early occupational therapy could be beneficial.
Parents are often surprised at the scope of improvement possible in a matter of weeks. “Our goal isn’t to fix a child—it’s to help them understand their body, make sense of their world, and build confidence through movement and mastery,” says Dr. Pande.
Milestones Child Development Center is one of the few pediatric therapy centers in Gurgaon offering integrated services under one roof, including sensory integration therapy, DMI (Dynamic Movement Intervention), NDT, TASES, and speech therapy—all rooted in evidence-based protocols. The center’s child-first, family-inclusive approach is what sets it apart as a trusted destination for early developmental care.
For parents observing early signs of hyperactivity, poor focus, or sensory sensitivity, the message is clear: don’t wait. The earlier the intervention, the stronger the foundation for emotional, academic, and social growth.
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About Dr. Purva Pande
Dr. Purva Pande is a leading pediatric physiotherapist with over 14 years of experience in neurodevelopmental and sensory integration therapy. A certified expert in NDT, DMI, and TASES, she is the founder of Milestones Child Development Center, where she helps children with developmental delays achieve independence, mobility, and school readiness through compassionate, evidence-based care.
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