PART 2: SENSORY-BASED MOTOR DISORDERS: BIRTH TO FIVE – KAREN LEA HYCHE
Physical development directly affects all other areas of a child’s development. Children with sensory based motor disorder often demonstrate delays in social-emotional and academic development. Early identification and intervention can improve a child’s daily function, self-esteem and school readiness.
This workshop will explain the two types of sensory based motor disorders. Evaluation and assessments that are available for this population will be explored. You will learn how to use skilled observation and parent interviews to identify how sensory based motor disorders affect both the child and the family. Direct intervention techniques and strategies will be addressed.
- Understand the two types of sensory based motor disorders
- Understand the effects of sensory based motor disorders on overall development
- Learn treatment techniques and strategies that are easily implemented in the home environment.
2 Types of Sensory Based Motor Disorder
- Dyspraxia
- Postural Based
How Sensory Based Motor Disorders affect daily function
Assessments for Sensory Based Motor Disorders in Infants and Toddlers
- Evaluations and Assessments
- Skilled Observation
- Developmental History
Early Intervention Service Areas
- Early Intervention Part C
- Early Intervention Part B
- Clinical Services
Treatment Techniques and Strategies for home, day care, clinic and community
- Strengthening, balance and coordination
- Music and Movement
- Sensory Play and Motor Games
Simple Solutions to Decrease Frustration and Increase Self-esteem
