Our balance is essential. Balance information is processed in the brain and interplay with other sensory inputs. Disturbance of the balance system is very evident in some learning disorders, like Sensory Processing Disorder.
What is Balance Therapy?
The vestibular system supports the spatial orientation of the sensory world. Many authors suggest that this primitive system is integral to early childhood development. Balance Therapy consists of various specific activities that permit activation of the vestibular system.
Some age-appropriate activities for Balance Therapy that could be suggested include:
An appropriate assessment and examination at Brainstorm is a crucial step. It will provide you with the necessary information to guide your child towards the right treatment strategies for Sensory Processing Disorder, giving you confidence in the process.
