Guest guest Posted May 9, 2003 Report Share Posted May 9, 2003 Hi Everyone, I feel so empowered since Penny told me I didn't have to wait for the OT(on list) and we could start at home. So I have the list of goals given to me by the evaluating OT. I think I know how to work on fine and gross motor and self help but I am hoping you ladies (and Men) can give me some ideas on the " sensori-motor " skills. Here is how they are stated: 1. will demonstrate decreased need for vestibular activities 4 out of 5 trials? 2. will demonstrate decreased need for tactile input 4 out of 5 trials? 3. will demonstrate an increased frustration tolerance 4 out of 5 trials? 4. will demonstrate decreased tantrums during transition times 4 out of 5 trials? Those are a few. I don't know how to do a trial on these types of things or how to measure the results. Anyone who can help please. Thanks :-) Warm Regards Mom to ASD 11/25/00 & 5/10/99 In Maine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 9, 2003 Report Share Posted May 9, 2003 > I think I know how to work on fine and gross motor and self help > but I am hoping you ladies (and Men) can give me some ideas on > the " sensori-motor " skills. Okay, I'm going to have to be very general here, because I have a therapy license I'm fairly fond of, and therefore can't give you specific ideas based on specific therapy goals: First off...number one consideration on all of these is safety...always be sure the situation is controllable and that there aren't any unpleasant " surprises " . 1. One of the best places to get ALL of the things you are looking for is the neighborhood park. Swinging, sliding, and climbing all provide vestibular input; sliding and climbing add heavy work into the picture. Running through space is good for spatial orientation, as well as organizing for the same reasons (vestibular and muscle work). In general, slow, linear movement is calming...fast, erratic, or circular movement is alerting....watch carefully when the child is spinning, esp...some will not recognize when enough is enough, and you can get vomiting and even seizures if it is overdone. You might call the evaluating OT and ask specifics about which types of vestibular your child needs, and go from there choosing activities. 2. Swimming is one of the very best overall sensory experiences for a child with DSI...total tactile, vestibular, muscle work at whatever level the child is ready for, breath control thru blowing bubbles and practice going under, and so on. One caution...make sure the pool isn't too crowded (read that L-O-U-D), that the temp isn't too cold (alerting), and that the time of day is such that sunlight reflecting on the water isn't overwhelming. 3. Take a large bin and fill it with dried rice, beans, lentils, etc, and then put in small toys for the child to " find " ...from time to time offer small tools such as sand shovels, spoons, or cups...encourage pouring the beans over the hands and arms as tolerated or allow the child to just explore. Possibilities are endless on this one...of course, this activity is a no go is if you have a child who puts everything in the mouth...that gets bad in a hurry. 3. Playdoh (lots of recipes online for edible versions if you have a mouther). You have tactile, fine motor, and imaginative play skills all in one. 4. Water play in the sink or tub is good tactile fun...a lot of kids really like the new foam soaps. If you add in scented bubbles, then you also get aromatherapy...lavender for calming, raspberry or other fruits for gently alerting, mints and lemons for strong alerting... 5. Rolling or somersaulting down a grassy hillside gives deep pressure, vestibular, and tactile input...and is way fun...unless he's allergic to grass (like two of my kids...not good). 6. Mini-tramp...vestibular, large muscle work, joint compression. Many kids sleep better when they have a chance to bounce before bed...make sure it is at least an hour before, though, or it will keep him awake. 7. Ball play...sitting with legs in a " V " and rolling back and forth...bouncing back and forth or trying to catch when gently tossed (Gertie ball is wonderful for kids who can't catch well, because you can grab it), and so on. Well, that's nowhere near everything, but I have to get off-line now; besides there are lots of others with good ideas who will no doubt share... Raena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 9, 2003 Report Share Posted May 9, 2003 Hi Raena, Thanks so much for all the great information. >>therefore can't give you specific ideas based on specific therapy goals:<< I hope I didn't do anything wrong by listing the goals. The OT eval was great, they just don't have any openings. Will the OT that is assigned to me, use those same goals? >>You might call the evaluating OT and ask specifics about which types of vestibular your child needs, and go from there choosing activities << I will call her, I know she said he is hyposensitive >>Gertie ball << What kind of ball is this? Again, thanks!! I will be printing these outs! you ladies are awesome! Warm Regards Mom to ASD 11/25/00 & 5/10/99 In Maine Re: OT Help-Long...... > I think I know how to work on fine and gross motor and self help > but I am hoping you ladies (and Men) can give me some ideas on > the " sensori-motor " skills. Okay, I'm going to have to be very general here, because I have a therapy license I'm fairly fond of, and therefore can't give you specific ideas based on specific therapy goals: First off...number one consideration on all of these is safety...always be sure the situation is controllable and that there aren't any unpleasant " surprises " . 1. One of the best places to get ALL of the things you are looking for is the neighborhood park. Swinging, sliding, and climbing all provide vestibular input; sliding and climbing add heavy work into the picture. Running through space is good for spatial orientation, as well as organizing for the same reasons (vestibular and muscle work). In general, slow, linear movement is calming...fast, erratic, or circular movement is alerting....watch carefully when the child is spinning, esp...some will not recognize when enough is enough, and you can get vomiting and even seizures if it is overdone. You might call the evaluating OT and ask specifics about which types of vestibular your child needs, and go from there choosing activities. 2. Swimming is one of the very best overall sensory experiences for a child with DSI...total tactile, vestibular, muscle work at whatever level the child is ready for, breath control thru blowing bubbles and practice going under, and so on. One caution...make sure the pool isn't too crowded (read that L-O-U-D), that the temp isn't too cold (alerting), and that the time of day is such that sunlight reflecting on the water isn't overwhelming. 3. Take a large bin and fill it with dried rice, beans, lentils, etc, and then put in small toys for the child to " find " ...from time to time offer small tools such as sand shovels, spoons, or cups...encourage pouring the beans over the hands and arms as tolerated or allow the child to just explore. Possibilities are endless on this one...of course, this activity is a no go is if you have a child who puts everything in the mouth...that gets bad in a hurry. 3. Playdoh (lots of recipes online for edible versions if you have a mouther). You have tactile, fine motor, and imaginative play skills all in one. 4. Water play in the sink or tub is good tactile fun...a lot of kids really like the new foam soaps. If you add in scented bubbles, then you also get aromatherapy...lavender for calming, raspberry or other fruits for gently alerting, mints and lemons for strong alerting... 5. Rolling or somersaulting down a grassy hillside gives deep pressure, vestibular, and tactile input...and is way fun...unless he's allergic to grass (like two of my kids...not good). 6. Mini-tramp...vestibular, large muscle work, joint compression. Many kids sleep better when they have a chance to bounce before bed...make sure it is at least an hour before, though, or it will keep him awake. 7. Ball play...sitting with legs in a " V " and rolling back and forth...bouncing back and forth or trying to catch when gently tossed (Gertie ball is wonderful for kids who can't catch well, because you can grab it), and so on. Well, that's nowhere near everything, but I have to get off-line now; besides there are lots of others with good ideas who will no doubt share... Raena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 9, 2003 Report Share Posted May 9, 2003 Here they won't write anything like that in the IEP that's just here though. What I wrote were things like will learn to self regulate by reguesting... Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 10, 2003 Report Share Posted May 10, 2003 >>Here they won't write anything like that in the IEP that's just here though << I hope they don't here either. We haven't had our first IEP yet. Before this he had what they called a IFSP. The gross/fine and self help goals are more concrete. I am very nervous about the IEP. Thanks! Warm Regards Mom to ASD 11/25/00 & 5/10/99 In Maine Re: OT Help-Long...... Here they won't write anything like that in the IEP that's just here though. What I wrote were things like will learn to self regulate by reguesting... Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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