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Making Sensory-Motor Equipment Measurable and Meaningful

Making Sensory-Motor Equipment Measurable and Meaningful

Posted by Christopher J. Alterio, Dr.OT, OTR/L, Clinical Professor and Program Director Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program, Rochester Institute of Technology on Aug 25th 2026

Sensory-motor equipment remains a staple in pediatric occupational therapy. Swings, scooter boards, bolsters, and other equipment create rich opportunities for play and provide a platform for examinin … read more
Permission to Play

Permission to Play

Posted by Amanda M. Rodriguez, OT, OTD, OTR, CTP on Apr 29th 2026

Play is widely recognized as the primary occupation of childhood, but what about play in adulthood? The American Occupational Therapy Association (2020) defines play as “activities that are intri … read more