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Watch Out!: Promoting Functional Vision(Post)
Functional praxis, motor planning and visual processing are a few primary outcomes in sensory integrative intervention within pediatric occupational therapy. The visual sensory system significan
Permission to Play(Post)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 intrinsical
Making Sensory-Motor Equipment Measurable and Meaningful(Post)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
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
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
Proprioception and Precision: The Brain-Body Connection for Fine Motor Skill(Post)Whether at home or in school, children are nearly constantly using their arms, hands, and fingers to engage in everyday play and learning activities. From imaginary play with friends to zipping a jack