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How Occupational Therapy Improves Emotional Regulation, Focus, and Processing

All, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy / Stephanie Serafimovski, MPT

Reflex Integration and Sensory Processing In previous blogs, we discussed the relationship between reflex integration and sensory processing, essential for neurological development and learning. Reflex integration techniques enhance foundational stages, which we will further explore. What is a Reflex? A reflex is an automatic, repetitive movement starting in utero, critical for brain development and sensorimotor […]

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How Can Physical and Occupational Therapy Help with ADHD?

All, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Sensory Processing Disorder / Stephanie Serafimovski, MPT

Attention, regulation and impulse control do not occur automatically for children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This can result in behavioral issues, poor social skills, anxiety, and depression. Through learning about the four levels of the brain, you can understand how the levels all become connected to improve attention, learning, social interaction, regulation and overall function

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What does Occupational Therapy mean?

Occupational Therapy, Uncategorized / Lauren Gentile, OTRL, Occupational Therapist

Lauren Gentile, OTRL, Occupational Therapist When your healthcare professional recommends Occupational Therapy (OT) for you or your loved one, it can be difficult to grasp the full scope and impact of this therapeutic intervention. In this blog, we’ll shed light on the essence of OT, what it means, and how it can bring about positive

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The warning signs of sensory processing disorder in children

Occupational Therapy / Jenni Bayliff, OTRL

Sensory processing disorder, SPD, is a neurological condition that affects people of all ages. It’s now recognized as one of the most common chronic neurological disability in school-aged children. An estimated one out of 20 school-aged children have SPD, but the actual number may be much higher because it’s tough to diagnose. The symptoms can

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Sensory/Tactile and Play with Snow

Occupational Therapy / Leanna Beatty

It is that time of year where the weather is colder and snow is falling. With that in mind, it may be hard for your child to tolerate touching the snow or playing outside with all the winter gear on. Here are some ideas on things to do to help increase your child’s engagement and

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Heavy Work

Occupational Therapy / Leanna Beatty

As many kids continue with virtual learning, parents may find that they are having an increasingly difficult time focusing on school work. Occupational therapists often use a strategy referred to as “heavy work” to help promote regulation, calming, and focus.

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Handwashing

Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy / Kerry Symes MA, CCC-SLP

We all know that frequent handwashing is the best way for us to avoid getting sick. Germs that cause the cold or the flu spread quickly if you touch our eyes, nose, or mouth so it’s important to keep your hands clean. Below are the 5 steps for effective handwashing

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Girls with ADHD

Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy / Kendell Myers, PT DPT C/NDT

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is commonly found in children at an early age and is not gender specific. However, studies have shown that ADHD is 2-3 times more likely to occur in boys than in girls. Since there is a difference in the amount of research and treatment that is specific to boys, the

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The Importance of Right Left Concepts with Children

Occupational Therapy / Leanna Beatty

The majority of children will be able to tell their right and left consistently by age 7 or 8. But for a large amount of kids this concept never becomes second nature. Your child may experience difficulty in school and activities of daily living if they struggle with the idea of right left concepts.

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A Sensory Desensitization Program for Mask Wearing

COVID, Occupational Therapy / Jenni Bayliff, OTRL

Face masks are becoming more and more common, especially as restaurants, salons, and other public spaces start to open up. It can be uncomfortable at first to wear a mask, especially for those sensory sensitivities. Many sensory sensitivities are difficult to understand, and if you have sensory sensitivity, you’re probably no stranger to sensory overload.

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How Occupational Therapy Improves Emotional Regulation, Focus, and Processing

How Can Physical and Occupational Therapy Help with ADHD?

What does Occupational Therapy mean?

The warning signs of sensory processing disorder in children

Sensory/Tactile and Play with Snow

Heavy Work

Handwashing

Girls with ADHD

The Importance of Right Left Concepts with Children

A Sensory Desensitization Program for Mask Wearing

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