A cross sectional study was performed comparing 6-9 year old children born before 37 weeks gestation weighing less than 1500 grams and children born full term. Each group of children participated in the 6 minute walk test and the 10 minute shuttle walk test. The results indicated the following: the premature children walked shorter distances […]
Tip of the day: Do you always remember to wait for a child’s motor response following directions? I know I do not. A simple tip is to countdown from 5 (or even 10 for some children) to wait each time you give a specific motor direction. Whether it be about picking up small objects, playing […]
These homemade hurdles can be made in different heights or reconfigured for other activities to practice jumping skills, balance, motor planning and body awareness. You can get more info and watch the video at YourTherapySource.
Child: Care, Health and Development published research on rehabilitation services and youth with cerebral palsy (CP) in Canada. A questionnaire on rehabilitation and educational resources (OT, PT, Speech, Psychology and special education) received within the last 6 months was completed by the parents of 91 school-age children and 167 adolescents with CP. More than half […]
The Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders has published an analysis of the research related to feeding problems and autism. The review indicated the following: significantly more feeding problems in children with autism versus their peers examination of dietary nutrients showed significantly lower intake of calcium and protein in children with autism The researchers recommend […]
Check out the latest electronic book from Your Therapy Source Inc – Puzzles on Paper. You can download two free sample pages here. Practice visual spatial and visual closure skills with these puzzles.
Infant Behavior and Development published research on the attainment of sitting and walking and the development of productive vocabulary between ages 16 and 28 months. This longitudinal study found that the earlier the age of unsupported sitting predicted a larger productive vocabulary. In addition, an earlier age of walking predicted a faster rate of growth […]
Pediatrics published research on a survey completed by 2017 children ages 5-18 regarding activities reported during the 90 minutes before sleep time. The results indicated that television watching was the most commonly reported activity before sleep time. The participants who had a greater engagement in screen time had a later sleep onset. Participants who reported […]
I have found that visual cues can really help children when practicing gross motor skills. Things like poly spots or cones are great for some kids but sometimes you need a little something extra. Pictured above are the feet from Proprioceptive Poems. These feet are great to provide that extra visual cue as to where […]
Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology published a research review on the efficacy of interventions to improve motor performance in children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD). Twenty six studies were included in the review. Interventions were placed into four different types: 1) task-oriented intervention, (2) traditional physical therapy and occupational therapy, (3) process-oriented therapies, and (4) […]