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Sensory Processing, Behavior and Cognition in Preschoolers with Autism
The American Journal of Occupational Therapy published a retrospective study on sensory processing, problem behavior, adaptive behavior and cognition in 42 preschoolers with autism. The results indicated the following: a significant relationship between degree of sensory processing impairment and level of problem behavior a weak relationship between sensory processing and adaptive behavior level of sensory […]
Activity Video Idea – Eye Foot Coordination and Active Hip ROM
Here is a simple activity idea to use with children or adults. Place a small velcro strap around the individual’s foot. Have the individual sit down in a chair. Roll a tennis ball towards the feet. The person tries to “catch” the tennis ball with the foot, lift the leg to remove the ball and […]
Weight, Gender and Gross Motor Classification in Children with Cerebral Palsy
Pediatrics has published clinical growth charts for children with cerebral palsy. Research was conducted using 102,163 measurements of weight from 25,545 children with cerebral palsy in California. The researchers established growth charts for children with cerebral palsy based on Gross Motor Function Classification System level and gender. Overall the research indicated that children with […]
Bringing Movement into the Classroom
Here is a free hand out from the What? Why? and How? Series 1 download – Movement in the Classroom. This is great hand out to give to teachers to explain why bringing movement into the classroom is important and tips on how to do it. Download it at YourTherapySource.
Lowe’s Toolbox for Education Grant
Lowe’s Toolbox for Education Grant is currently accepting applications for $2000 – $5000 until October 12, 2012 or 1500 applicants (whichever comes first). Public schools or Parent Teacher Organizations are eligible to apply. The website states there is a “preference for funding requests that have a permanent impact such as facility enhancement (both indoor […]
What, Why and Who?
This might seem super obvious but as the school year starts out don’t forget to tell the students, school staff and parents the following: 1. What is therapy? Make sure everyone is informed as to what is occupational, physical or speech therapy. Describe what your role is as a related service provider and what functional […]
Make a Reward Box
Would you like to reward students and children for their positive behavior or participation during therapy sessions or any activity? Make this reward box.
Stopping Walking
Do you work with children who have difficulty stopping when they are walking? Have you ever compared motor responses between planned and unplanned stopping when walking? Recent research was published in Gait and Posture using kinematic and kinetic data to compare walking, planned and unplanned stopping with 15 healthy children ages 11-17 years old. During […]
Movement Analysis App – Cricket Coach
Dual Screen Mode Here is another great movement analysis app that provides various video editing tools – Cricket Coach Plus. I tested this app which I purchased for $2.99 quite some time ago and they have since released other sports including swimming, baseball and tennis. This app packs a lot of punch for $2.99. Transparency […]
New School Year, New Goals, New Opportunities
As many of you return to work or have started already, here are some tips for the upcoming school year: 1. Support your students – Whether the student’s goal is a lofty one or a easy goal support the student 100% to achieve the goal. Maybe it is something the student really wants to achieve. […]