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Occupational/Physical Therapy Related Services Visually Impaired - Sub Heading

CRITICALLY APPRAISED TOPICS

 

 

Sensory Processing

 

 

 

  • Does multisensory therapy decrease the frequency of challenging behaviors in individuals with a dual diagnosis of intellectual disability and mental illness?

http://www.otcats.com/topics/CAT%20-%20Ashleigh%20Haskins%2012%20Nov.html     (2006)

 

  • Are therapy ball an effective form of alternate seating compared to typical classroom chairs in improving in class behaviour and attention of children with autistic/behavioural disorders?

http://www.otcats.com/topics/CAT-KHolman2005.html      (2005)

 

  • What is the evidence that sensory integration therapy elicits behavioural changes in children with autism (or autism spectrum disorder) compared to other/no therapy?

http://www.otcats.com/topics/CAT-Melissa_De_Rooy.html     (2004)

 

  • Which assessment tools are the most effective for assessing sensory processing abilities in children with autistim spectrum disorders (ASD)?

http://www.guideline.gov/content.aspx?id=15246&search=sensory+assessment+tools

 

  • What are the recommendations for use of deep pressure Proprioceptive protocols by therapist to improve sensory processing skills in children?

http://www.guideline.gov/content.aspx?id=15244&search=deep+pressure+proprioceptive

 

  • What are some of the recommendations by therapist for use of a sensory diet in children with sensory processing difficulties?

http://www.guideline.gov/content.aspx?id=15242&search=sensory+diet

 

  • Does the therapeutic listening program increase attention and focus during therapy sessions or class time?

Link: Therapeutic Listening Program

 

Dynamic Seating

 

  • Does dynamic seating improve time on task in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, a sensory processing disorder, or autism spectrum disorder?

Link