Occupational therapists play an important role in the preschool environment to help preschoolers develop foundational  motor skills required for the rest of their educational journeys. Preschool

Good sleep is considered one of the five pillars of health and essential for participation in all other life activities. Unfortunately, 25% of typical children and more than 50% of children with

At Southpaw, we're always seeking to combine and elevate the powers of multisensory experience and sensory integration therapy. But can you give your clients the benefits of these revolutionary tre

Sensory processing is used to describe how the nervous system receives information from the body’s senses and then turns that information into a response. When discussing Sensory Processing Disord

Providing sensory integration therapy in the clinic requires lots of attention to the physical design of the space. This includes safety, hardware for hooks, options for suspension, play equipment

The Aging face many issues and losses when they have to move into a Skilled Nursing Home. They may exhibit feelings of displacement from daily roles, anxiety and stress associated with the loss of

Multisensory environments (MSEs) provide individuals with opportunities to control and engage with sensory input based on their personal preferences and needs. These environments incorporate specializ

Feeding is a sensory experience. It involves tactile input as the hands touch food and grasp utensils. It involves visual input, since the way a food appears can shape our willingness to try it—think

At Huntington University Arizona, we are committed to preparing the next generation of occupational therapists with the highest standard of education and practical experience. Central to our appro

Sensory integration is defined as “the neurological process that organizes sensation from one’s own body and from the environment and makes it possible to use the body effectively within the env

While practicing as an OT in any setting, there is much value in regulating a child’s state for occupational engagement. Dysregulation can hinder a child’s ability to maintain a calm state that is nee