What Are the Treatment Options for Sensory Integration Disorder?
Most Occupational Therapists offer “sensory integration therapy” for children and adults with SID. This type of treatment is twofold. First, the OT observes the child or adult to learn more about their experience with SID. After gathering the needed information, the sufferer is then introduced to a personalized “sensory gym.” Here they will have gradual exposure to swings, balance beams, weighted vests, ball pits, and specialized equipment.
The goal of a “sensory gym” is to offer a range of activities that stimulate the affected senses. Over time, this exposure should help sufferers improve their body awareness, communication skills, memory, focus, and coping techniques.
For children, this treatment works best in conjunction with other at-home therapies which are performed by the parents. Daily treatments work best in helping to rewire the brain. This, in turn, helps children feel more comfortable and improves their ability to function at home and school. For adults, home programs performed consistently can have similar results.
Other treatments that may prove helpful include:
- Perceptual Motor Therapy
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Vision Therapy
- Hippotherapy
Again, the best way to identify the appropriate treatment plan is to work directly with your loved one’s primary care provider and occupational therapist.
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