Sensory hyper- and hypo-reactivity as well as sensory-seeking behaviors are common in children with an autism spectrum disorder.1 As a result, parents often request that occupational therapists use a sensory integration approach…
In previous articles, we’ve looked at the differences between relational and independent analyses for speech sound disorders. We’ve also taken deep dives into the relational Place-Voice-Manner (PVM) analysis and the independent Specific Phonological Analysis of…
In a previous article, I introduced “Helen,” a 70-year-old right-sided stroke survivor who enjoys making and giving gifts to her loved ones. I discussed the stages of motor learning following a stroke and made sure…
Many people have questions about the causes behind their own or their child’s stutter. While the causes of stuttering have been hotly debated, we are converging on a recently updated multifactorial dynamic pathways model.…
Why are your rehabilitation patients at risk for falls? To properly answer this question, you must go beyond a fall risk screening tool that produces a fall risk score and a category of fall risk (low…
