OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
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WHAT IS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY?

Occupational therapy is a holistic, evidence-based profession that helps people of all ages live life to the fullest of their abilities and to acquire or relearn the skills needed to perform occupations (or activities) of daily life.  Occupational therapy is a vast field of study, which can be applied to people of all ages across any setting or environment.  Pediatric occupational therapists help children become as independent as possible in their occupations, which can range from activities like eating and sleeping to participating at school to being a big brother or sister. Play is the means by which the therapist motivates the child to challenge themselves and to work towards improving their skills.                                                                               

​Barb and Nat carefully crafted Sprocket’s unconventional therapy style to be easily replicable at home and to promote clients’ independence across all settings.  Instead of teaching specific skills, Sprocket therapists prepare clients’ brains and bodies to learn how to perform each skill by using innovative, sensory-motor techniques and creative problem solving skills.  

​At Sprocket Therapy, occupational therapists apply sensorimotor principles and a strong understanding of primitive reflex integration to address functional deficits in all areas of occupation. We also work closely with the families of our patients to ensure that we facilitate as much carryover as possible in the home.  Therapists collaborate closely with families to set goals and to make a plan for how best to address each child’s specific needs.  We understand that no two kids are alike, even if they struggle with the same issues.

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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY CAN HELP YOUR CHILD WITH THE FOLLOWING ISSUES:

• incontinence at night (4x/month)
• likes to be in charge of play, very bossy, rigid
• poor focus on one tasks (jumps from task to task)
• lays head on table while writing/coloring
• rushes through tasks
• falls out of chairs
• gets upset when face and hands are messy
• difficulty throwing/catching/kicking balls

• avoids new places, experiences
• needs more help than others to get dressed
• sensitive to certain types of clothing
• speaks loudly, makes unusual noises
• hangs on people, drapes self on furniture
• difficulty learning to ride a bike
• covers ears often
• refuses to write or writing is sloppy for their age

The behaviors/traits listed above are only a very small example of skills that OT can address.  If your child struggles with daily tasks, activities, behavior and social skills as compared to kids of a similar age, it's very likely that they would benefit from occupational therapy services.  

What next?  Whether you're certain or still unsure if your child could benefit from OT, please complete the form below and a team member will call you to discuss your option soon.  

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