OT Blogs

OT Blogs

• App of the Week: Photo Dice for Speech and Language June 18, 2013
  [Source: Peachy Speech] More great ideas from my colleague Gina Gladstone, CCC-SLP I am always looking for ways to use “standard” apps in creative ways for therapy.  One of my favorite non-speech/language-specific apps is Photo Dice.  This app allows me … Continue reading → […]
  Heidi
• Back to Broad Street: Stroke patient benefits from novel physical therapy intervention June 18, 2013
  11:40 a.m., June 12, 2013--By the time Tom Leonard crossed the finish line at the Broad Street Run in Philadelphia in May, the event organizers had packed up and left. But Leonard’s wife, Joan, managed to track down a staff member with a box of finisher medals and snag one for him. The 56-year-old athlete already had dozens of medals from Broad Street and ot […]
  Therapeutic Resources
• Pediatric Therapy Idea of the Week: Affordable Magnetic Alphabet (or whatever) Board June 18, 2013
  [Source:  The Nic and Kate blog] Here is a GREAT idea for the classroom, home or clinic.  Use a galvanized automotive oil drip tray to make an extremely affordable magnetic board for all sorts of activities! Here is an affordable … Continue reading → […]
  Heidi
• Creating Communication Breakthroughs: FREE Training with Tali Berman June 18, 2013
  Subject: Creating Communication Breakthroughs: FREE Training Hello parents, In a recent worldwide survey conducted by my colleague Tali Berman (Autism specialist/author and leader of ‘The Autism Empowerment Telesummit”),the single topic parents with autistic children want help with MOST is communication development. Since this is probably an area you want he […]
  Lorna dEntremont
• 3 Uses for a Body Sock in Pediatric Occupational Therapy June 18, 2013
  A body sock is a therapeutic modality used in many occupational therapy (OT) sessions to address a variety of skills. The thin, Lycra material covers the child’s body, except for the head, in a similar way to a sleeping bag. The Lycra material provides deep proprioceptive input to assist with self-regulation. This tool can help […]
  Dana Pais
• c'mon get Appy (part II: Android) June 18, 2013
  Editor's Note: As we discussed last week, I started these entries soooo long ago. Lots has changed since I started the post but since I do have an Android device I use these apps more frequently. I have included resources for more information at bottom of the page. I have an Android phone and have used these apps at various points. When comparing Apple […]
  Cheryl
• 30 Developmental Benefits of Playing with Potato Head (Plus Lots of Ways to Play!) June 18, 2013
  Potato Head is one of my favorite therapy tools and, let me just say, this toy is amazing because of its versatility! In fact, I love Potato Head’s ability to facilitate children’s development so much that I have chosen him (and … Continue reading →The post 30 Developmental Benefits of Playing with Potato Head (Plus Lots of Ways to Play!) appeared first on M […]
  christiekiley
• Did You Know That PediaStaff Has a Twitter Feed Just for Jobs? June 18, 2013
  Did You Know We Have a ‘Jobs Only’ Feed on Twitter? If you have been reading this blog for any time, you know that we try hard at PediaStaff to deliver information to you via many different channels.    With this … Continue reading → […]
  Heidi
• MRI Study: Breastfeeding Boosts Babies’ Brain Growth June 17, 2013
  [Source: Science Daily] A study using brain images from “quiet” MRI machines adds to the growing body of evidence that breastfeeding improves brain development in infants. Breastfeeding alone produced better brain development than a combination of breastfeeding and formula, which … Continue reading → […]
  Heidi
• "so @Apple just secured the #a11y use device market :) Full marks" June 17, 2013
  “so @Apple just secured the #a11y use device market :) Full marks” - SteveALee on twitter re: Apple’s new Switch interface in iOS 7. You can view the video online at the Apple Developers videos under “iOS Accessibility” for the 2013 WWDC (or until I hold my nerve.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZG1j6Kr0no) […]
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• The ramblings of a mad person. So I figure I can do something as... June 17, 2013
  The ramblings of a mad person. So I figure I can do something as a weekend bit of fun and do a Open source version of a Tandem Master using a Teensy. There is some code to work from (see the bitbucket listed here) My soldering is shoddy. I’m going to hold my breath and try and dig deep to do some C to make this work - if you fancy giving me a hand I’m all ea […]
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• PediaStaff Featured Jobs of the Week: Explore Southern New Mexico! June 17, 2013
  Attention School Based SLPs and PTs!   We are currently accepting applications for the 2013/2014 School Year for southern New Mexico. PediaStaff anticipates having both full time and part time contracts available.  Caseloads may include EI/EC, and/or pre-K through 12th grade and will be … Continue reading → […]
  Heidi
• Common Protein Known to Cause Autism Now Linked to Specific Behaviors June 17, 2013
  [Source:  UCLA Newsroom] The genetic malady known as Fragile X syndrome is the most common cause of inherited autism and intellectual disability. Brain scientists know the gene defect that causes the syndrome and understand the damage it does in misshaping … Continue reading → […]
  Heidi
• Summer Sensory Play June 17, 2013
  Summer is a great time to incorporate sensory play into your child's day.  It's warm, sunny and the days last longer- so get out and enjoy your days.  Here are some ideas for fun that also provide great sensory input: 1- Go to the playground       The playground is an excellent place to enjoy the outside and provides lots of opportunities for senso […]
  Barb Bennett, OTR/L and Chelsea Smith, MOT, OTR/L
• Calming Activities for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) June 17, 2013
  According to the latest research, Sensory Processing Disorder, or SPD as it is widely known, may affect as many as 1 in 6 children. Essentially, children with SPD cannot properly process and interpret everyday sensory information being received. This results in atypical behavior that can negatively affect daily life. My daughter was diagnosed with SPD and te […]
  Cornerstone
• Best Gifts For Children with Special Needs by Marcela De Vivo June 17, 2013
  Knowing what to get for a child with special needs can be somewhat difficult, especially if you’re buying a gift for a child that isn’t your own. While having some knowledge of the child’s needs can be helpful, it isn’t always a necessity, and there are a variety of gifts that are ideal for children with all types of special needs. Below, you’ll find a few o […]
  Lorna dEntremont
• Nutrition Implications of Pediatric Congenital Heart Defects June 17, 2013
  Congenital heart defects in the pediatric population are a serious condition. Many defects require surgical intervention to correct or improve the problem. Often, there are nutrition-related implications associated with heart defects. Here is more information about how nutrition may be affected to help you understand this aspect of your child’s health. The L […]
  Stephanie Wells
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