The American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation published the results of a randomized controlled clinical trial on the effects of dance in the functionality and psychosocial adjustment of 26 young people with cerebral palsy (GMFCS levels II to V). The participants were randomly chosen to complete 1 hour sessions, two times per week, for […]
The discomfort and pain of constipation can affect a child’s quality of life. For children with cerebral palsy, constipation is particularly common. An epidemiological survey of nutritional and gastrointestinal problems indicated that 26% of children with cerebral palsy experienced constipation constipation (defined as opening of the bowels less frequently than once in every 3 days) (Elawad, M. A., & […]
The Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities published research on whether participation in an aquatic exercise program improved the sleep in 8 children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Using an A-B-A withdrawal design for 4 weeks of each phase, the children participated in 60 min of aquatic exercise 2X/week. Data was collected via phone […]
The November digital magazine for pediatric occupational and physical therapists has been published. The table of contents includes: ACTION PLAN FOR IMPLEMENTING MODIFICATIONS IN THE CLASSROOM EXERCISE AND SLEEP TIPS FOR CHILDREN 5 WAYS TO REDUCE STRESS IN THE CLASSROOM 10 WAYS TO INCREASE STUDENT PARTICIPATION IN SCHOOL BASED THERAPY TACTILE FUNCTION IN CHILDREN WITH […]
This Move Like Me freebie includes 2 sample pages for children to practice motor planning, crossing midline, body awareness, timing, rhythm, coordination and physical activity. Follow the movement patterns on the children pictured focusing on timing and rhythm of completing the actions. DOWNLOAD the Move Like Me Freebie. Get more information about the complete Move […]
Research indicates that using visual activity schedules can be an evidence based practice for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) particularly when used along with systematic instructional procedures. Visual activity schedules have been utilized to increase, maintain and generalize a range of skills from preschool through adulthood in different settings. Considering most of our goals […]
Need some last minute Halloween activities to encourage sensory motor skill development? Here are 16 free printable activities: 1. 4 Pages from Halloween Handwriting Activities at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/files/Halloween_free_sample.pdf 2. Halloween Clothes Pin Mat at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/freehalloweenmat.html 3. Pumpkin Patch Fine Motor Game at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/freepumpkinpatch.html 4. Jack O Lantern Challenge Maze at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/freejackolanternmaze.html 5. Copy the Clay Monsters at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/freeclaymonster.html 6. Halloween […]
Once a piece of adaptive equipment or modification is put in place to use with a student, therapists need to follow up frequently. Whether the adaptive equipment is a pencil grip, standing frame or weighted vest, on going assessment is needed. Have you seen modifications recommended ie sensory break and it never gets carried out? […]
When you think of children and mealtime, the first things that come to mind may be related to the hand and mouth – ie the ability to use a spoon or fork, bringing food to mouth and getting food inside the mouth. What you may not realize is that the child’s postural control and gross […]
Print out this free Frankenstein activity to create. Cut out the pieces to the Frankenstein and attach with brads to create your very own exercising Frank. Kids can move the joints on the Frankenstein and try to copy the movements. Work with a partner – one child moves the joints and the other child […]