Gait and Posture recently published research on dual tasks and walking in children with cerebral palsy compared to typically developing peers. Methodology of the Study on Dual Tasks and Walking The participants included 18 children with cerebral palsy and 19 typically developing controls. Both groups had an average age of 12 years old. Participants were […]
Since 40% of all school-based referrals to occupational therapy are for handwriting, the Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy published research on the effectiveness of mental imagery with repetitive handwriting practice. Methodogy of the Study on Mental Imagery and Handwriting Practice The participants in the study included 20 typically developing first and second graders with dysfunctional […]
The Hearing Journal recently published research on screening for vestibular dysfunction in children with hearing impairment. Children with hearing impairment frequently experience vestibular dysfunction but it may go unreported. Research on Vestibular Dysfunction in Children with Hearing Impairment Research indicates that children with hearing impairment may have vestibular loss as well. This may be indicated […]
Do you work with students who need a few extra cues to self check handwriting by themselves? Many students may have some or all of the components for legible handwriting but don’t always put all the pieces together. Components of Legible Handwriting Students can self check their handwriting in the following 5 areas: Practice, Practice, […]
Do you feel like children seem to have more difficulties with self-regulation? Maybe your own children or you see other children acting out more than ever. Parenting has changed so much over the last few decades making the job impossible on many days. Here are a few suggestions to help with emotional dysregulation in children. […]
Are you in search of a Spring color by number to entertain and engage the children? Then look no further, this FREE spring color by number is just what you are looking for. How to Complete the Color By Number All you have to do is print the page (bottom of this post) and provide […]
A recent article in the Psychology of Sports and Exercise reported on a study examing the effects of specifically designed physical activities on children’s foreign language vocabulary learning and attentional performance. The researchers examined physical activity and memory performance in children. Methodology of the Study on Physical Activity and Memory Performance in Children The participants included 104 children, […]
The March 2019 digital magazine from Your Therapy Source has been posted. Catch up on recent research, activity ideas and more. Table of Contents CONCUSSION TREATMENT IN CHILDREN – FREE RESOURCES 3 EVIDENCE-BASED BENEFITS OF WRITING BY HAND 10 SUPER POPULAR FREEBIES FROM YOUR THERAPY SOURCE BIMANUAL DAILY ACTIVITIES – INTERESTS INFLUENCE OUTCOME IN CHILDREN […]
If you need more core strengthening activities for children check out: The Core Strengthening Handbook: This download includes 50+ activities including: Quick and Easy Core Strengthening Activities for Kids Core Strengthening Exercises With Equipment Core Strengthening Play Ideas FIND OUT MORE. The Core Strengthening Exercise Program: This digital download includes exercises to help make core strengthening […]
What is motor planning? Motor planning is the ability to create an idea, plan an action and execute that action. It is a complex process that requires cognitive thought, sensory input and a motor action. Why is motor planning important? We need to use motor planning for many activities of daily life. A clear example […]