Five Occupational Therapy Frames of Reference for Pediatric OT

A frame of reference is used as a way to understand the client’s current functional levels and guide treatment plans and sessions. Learn more

What is a Frame of Reference in Occupational Therapy?

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5 Pediatric Occupational Therapy Frames of References

Developmental Frame of Reference

Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT)

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Frame of Reference for Development of Handwriting Skills

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Behavioral Frame of Reference

Sensory Integration Frame of Reference Learn more

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