Pre-writing activities for preschool are crucial for developing writing readiness and can make the transition to writing less frustrating and more successful. This skill development is a complex process that requires fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Occupational therapists break down the components of writing into smaller steps, which is crucial for the child’s ability…
CEU courses, do you love them or hate them? I personally love them when it is MY choice to take them! But when I am required to and can not decide which ones will help my clients best, well then it becomes hard! There are many online CEU options including Medbridge Education for OTs right…
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The Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (STNR) and Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR) are two reflexes that are critical for a child’s learning and motor development. These two reflexes are the reflexes I assess most for integration and retainment as a pediatric occupational therapist. Primitive reflexes are present at birth and integrated as a child grows. Reflexes are…