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Bubble Breakthrough(Post)
Have you ever had a pediatric client with an ASD diagnosis who presented like this…Spirited and struggling at school, at home and in the community, with challenges that include anxiety, attention,
Sensory Spaces(Post)I recently attended a symphony performance by an amazing orchestra. I entered the performance feeling stressed, but soon found myself relaxing to the soothing sounds. It was the “just right” sensor
Multi-Sensory Environment at Pediatric Movement Center(Post)The light room. The chill-out room. The sensory room. It has many names, and many purposes. From physical therapy to occupational therapy to speech therapy, we all utilize our MSE (Multi-Sensory En
Enhancing the University Experience Through the Development and Implementation of a Sensory Room(Post)The research, education and awareness of neurodivergence, mental health, and sensory and emotional regulation challenges in individuals continue to be at the forefront of our profession. Most of the e
Sensory Input and the Medically Complex Child(Post)“I never thought of that, but it makes so much sense!” This is a phrase I’ve heard many times when addressing the sensory needs of medically complex and medically fragile children. These children h
How Dayton Children’s Improved Surgery for Kids with Special Needs(Post)Surgery is a scary moment for all of us, but it’s even more frightening for a child. And if that child has special needs or is on the spectrum, it can be absolutely traumatic. These patients may no
Play Is the Work of Children(Post)Play is an essential part of development. It’s where kids test boundaries and push themselves to grow. Pediatric occupational therapists are trained to foster play. A skilled therapist can set u
Food Play(Post)Mealtime is typically a social and cultural experience for many families. But if your child is a picky eater, mealtime can be hard. An occupational therapist can assess a child’s needs to determine th
It’s Never too Early to Address Sensory: Approaching Sensory Integration for Infants and Toddlers(Post)Frequently, conversations surrounding sensory integration and the design and implementation of a multi-sensory environment are centered around school-aged children. However, this conversation sho
Welcome to Southpaw MSE(Post)Welcome to the inaugural newsletter of Southpaw MSE – Mindful Sensory Exercise. The focus of the newsletter will be for all sensory room practitioners, regardless of whether you use Southpaw MSE eq
Living Life in Motion: Where Vision, Perception and Motor Skill Acquisition Collide(Post)The human visual system provides more than just an internal image of our world. It processes each interaction with our environment through a complex communication system that not only determines the c
Gravitational Insecurity(Post)Does your child avoid movement experiences? Is the child uncomfortable in positions where his/her head is tilted or feet are lifted off the ground? These types of responses can be a sign of gravitat