Essential Equipment for Setting Up a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practice
5 February 2024 - Jennifer Kirk, OT
The thought of starting a pediatric occupational therapy practice can be both exciting as well as overwhelming at the same time. Pediatric occupational therapy can be very costly and therefore requires careful planning and investment.
Elevate Your Therapy Practice with the Right Equipment: Why PlayOn Should Be Your Go-To Resource
9 February 2024 - PlayOn Founders
Every play and paediatric occupational therapist knows the importance and impact of engaging, high-quality developmental play equipment. But finding the right equipment can be a challenge as each piece is designed with specific functionality in mind.
The Effects of Spinning on the Brain
Recommended Reading by Jennifer Kirk, OT
Article Author - Angie Voss, OT
Think about it...spinning is probably the one thing, that if done long enough with the neuro-typical brain, it WILL cause some type of systemic reaction. Not just dizzy and falling over, I mean a REAL reaction like nausea or flushing of the face, or even tossing your cookies.
Back to School... Sensory Prepared and Empowered!
Recommended Reading by Jennifer Kirk, OT
Article Author - Angie Voss, OT
Sensory Step #1
The world of sensory integration and sensory processing challenges is full of big, unfamiliar words. It is so important to know the terms, educate yourself on the basics of sensory and all of the terminology that goes along with it, and to be able to "talk the sensory talk".
6 tips to reduce children's screen time
Recommended Reading by Jennifer Kirk, OT
Article Author - Sarah Scherger, M.D., Pediatrician
Screened devices are a common part of everyday activities. From using the self-checkout station at the grocery store to reading your favorite author's new book on a tablet, time spent using screened devices is more than just the TV or smartphone.