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| physical therapy exercises for autism: Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism, Fourth Edition Ken Siri, Tony Lyons, 2014-04-15 The parents of children with autism know that learning about treatments is a full-time job. For parents with limited time, ability, or resources, Ken Siri and Tony Lyons have compiled the latest in autism research and treatment. Exploring the possible causes of autism and presenting novel therapies, medications, and interventions, Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism contains contributions from more than ninety experts on a wide variety of research findings, therapies, models, and multifaceted evaluation and treatment centers. Revised and fully updated to include the latest developments, this fourth edition includes up-to-date information on mitochondrial, antifungal, and physical therapy treatments; about speech, art, music, and sound therapies; and how diets, HANDLE, indigenous healing, and other exciting new treatments can be used to help your child. It also addresses developing technologies, like the iPad, which provides hundreds of apps that help kids with autism communicate and organize their day, and helps parents keep track of therapy schedules. Filled with case studies and research, Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism is a detailed and informative guide for anyone affected by autism. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Yoga Therapy for Children with Autism and Special Needs Louise Goldberg, 2013-08-26 A how-to manual for yoga with kids in classrooms and therapeutic settings. If you are a parent of a child with special needs or a professional who works with one, you know how challenging it can be for them to sit still, to cope with change, to focus on self-soothing strategies, and to interact successfully with others. For these kids, yoga therapy can provide crucial support. Behavior and focus, strength, flexibility, balance, and self-regulation are all improved through yoga, making it an ideal practice for children on the autism spectrum, with ADHD, sensory processing and emotional/behavioral disorders, and other exceptionalities. For use in school, at home, or in therapeutic settings, Yoga Therapy for Children with Autism and Special Needs is a how-to manual that meets children where they are, providing a yoga therapy lesson plan that will engage them; promote play, social interaction, speech, language, and motor development; and enhance their self-esteem. It teaches an array of CreativeRelaxation techniques using posture, breathing, and mindfulness designed specifically for children with autism and special needs. Drawing on her 30 years of yoga therapy experience with children and those who work with them, the author walks readers through yoga strategies that both calm and energize, emphasizing sensory and bodily awareness and the sacred space that is so important for these children. Learn the best ways to use your voice and body effectively when working with children; how to minimize distractions and ease transitions; and how to create personalized yoga breaks to enhance independence and avert meltdowns. Featuring 60 illustrated poses, 89 photos, and 65 lessons, songs, and games, child-friendly instructions are provided for posture, breathing, and mindfulness exercises. All poses and routines include suggested adaptations and precautions for use, and are organized to address specific sensory skills. Current research on the benefits of yoga for health and learning is summarized, and readers learn how, through yoga practice, the brain’s response to stress can be effectively mitigated. With this book, parents, therapists, and educators alike have the tools to successfully develop a therapeutic yoga program for the very children who can benefit most from it. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders Fred R. Volkmar, Brian Reichow, James C. McPartland, 2014-04-18 The research on children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is extensive and growing. Although these conditions are recognized as affecting the entire lifespan, the literature on ASD after childhood is limited and has not been brought together in a single volume in over a decade. Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders fills this knowledge gap by focusing on needs and difficulties unique to these stages of development. Expert contributors offer cogent reviews of complex issues, from education to employment, leisure activities to illegal behaviors, mental health issues to medical health concerns. The latest findings in key areas, such as psychosocial and residential treatments, social skills programs, epidemiology, the impact of ASD on families, are examined in detail. Throughout the volume, coverage focuses on areas requiring improved models of assessment, updated data, new interventions and increased support services. Featured topics include: Transition from high school to adulthood for adolescents and young adults with ASD. Innovative programming to support college students with ASD. Romantic relationships, sexuality and ASD. Treatment of mental health comorbidities. Assessment and treatment planning in adults with ASD. The range of outcomes and challenges in middle and later life. Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders is a must-have reference for a wide range of clinicians and practitioners – as well as researchers and graduate students – in clinical child, school and developmental psychology; child and adolescent psychiatry; social work; rehabilitation medicine/therapy; education and general practice/family medicine. It will also serve as an important resource for parents and caregivers with its focus on translating the current state of knowledge relevant to understanding adolescents and adults with ASD into practical and relevant recommendations on how best to support them. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Rehabilitation Approach in Autism Manu Goyal, Kanu Goyal, 2025-04-11 The book introduces a pioneering approach to the comprehensive care of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), emphasizing its multidisciplinary nature, evidence-based foundation, and innovative treatments. It addresses a critical gap in current literature by highlighting the collaborative roles of diverse healthcare professionals, such as pediatricians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and nurses, in the rehabilitation and treatment of ASD. The manual intervention strategies advocated by physiotherapists aim to enhance motor skills and cognitive processes through interactive and playful methods, fostering social integration and independence among patients. The book emphasizes evidence-based practices across disciplines, ensuring that all healthcare professionals receive essential, up-to-date knowledge pertinent to their roles in Autism Spectrum Disorder care. Moreover, it explores recent advancements in treatment approaches, providing readers with insights into innovative therapies and methodologies. This multidisciplinary approach consolidates fragmented knowledge into a single resource, equipping healthcare professionals with the necessary tools to deliver effective and holistic care to individuals with ASD. The targeted audience for the book includes pediatricians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and nurses. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: The Autism Activities Handbook Catherine Pascuas, 2016-04-28 More than 30 games and activities help the child on the spectrum: follow directions, stay focused, and strengthen motor skills; interact with peers and develop social skills needed for playdates; build vocabulary, expand communication, and answer questions. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Diagnosis and Treatment of Autism C. Gillberg, 2014-01-15 |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Yoga for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders Dion Betts, Stacey W. Betts, 2006-03-28 This illustrated book combines the authors' professional expertise with their experience of parenting, offering a range of gentle and fun yoga positions and breathing techniques that are effective in dealing with the increased levels of anxiety, disorientation and tactile sensitivity often found in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: The TEACCH Approach to Autism Spectrum Disorders Gary B. Mesibov, Victoria Shea, Eric Schopler, 2010-02-23 TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-handicapped CHildren) has grown over the past three decades from a small clinic for children to an internationally recognized treatment and support modality for individuals of all ages with autism spectrum disorders. In The TEACCH Approach to Autism Spectrum Disorders, the program’s founders and their colleagues explain its methods and philosophy based on an understanding and respect for the culture of autism. The TEACCH program focuses on persons with autism and the development of instruction and supports based on each individual’s skills, interests, and needs. It draws from the research literature in psychology and neuropsychology to create activities and environments that are organized to emphasize meaningfulness—an approach that has proved crucial to an autistic individual’s ability to learn, comprehend, and apply learning across situations. The TEACCH Approach to AutismSpectrum Disorders explains how: - TEACCH targets critical areas in executive functioning, engagement, communication, and social skills. - Strategies can be tailored to an individual’s unique developmental and functional level. - Parents become involved in all phases of intervention as collaborators, cotherapists, and advocates. - The program can be introduced and adapted for individuals of all ages, from preschool children to adults. - Professionals can be trained in the program and its methods. This progressive program offers individuals with autism, their families, teachers, and therapists both optimism and useful strategies, without minimizing the condition or its effects. All clinicians working with people with autism will find The TEACCH Approach to Autistic Spectrum Disorders a valuable resource. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder David Sugden, Mary Chambers, 2005-01-28 Developmental Coordination Disorder is now a prominent concern of researchers and practitioners. Aimed at those working with this condition in the fields of health and education, the essence of the text is that work with children should be guided by research evidence driving the clinical practice. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) James K. Luiselli Ph.D., 2014-03-07 Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a relatively new diagnostic label which reflects the variability and differentiation of symptomatology among children and youth commonly described as having autistic disorder, high-functioning autism (HFA), and Asperger's syndrome. Current best practices have emerged from decades of evidence-based research, research-to-practice translation of empirically supported procedures, and consensus-driven recommendations from multiple disciplines. As a result, practitioners have many educational and intervention choices for children and youth with ASD--what is critical is that these options are informed by empirical outcomes that have been replicated in experimental trials (group and single-case) and disseminated to professionals and researchers alike. Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a state-of-the-art volume of 15 chapters across four thematic sections that reflect the current convention of viewing autism along a continuum of presenting symptoms. Skillfully edited by James K. Luiselli, sections cover diagnosis, assessment, and measurement; evidence-based practices; health and development; and additional topics such as mindful caregiving and support, CBT, and behavioral family intervention. Compiling the most up-to-date advances in approaches toward diagnosis, education, treatment, and program development, Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will be a valuable resource for professionals and trainees in the ASD field including psychologists, educators, therapists, behavior analysts, and similar practitioners. It is also appropriate for academic researchers and courses devoted to clinical psychology, special education, developmental disabilities, and special topics. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Neurologic Interventions for Physical Therapy- E-Book Suzanne Tink Martin, Mary Kessler, 2020-05-05 - UPDATED! Best evidence for interventions; clear, concise tables; graphics and pictures; and current literature engage you in the spectrum of neurologic conditions and interventions. - NEW! Autism Spectrum Disorder chapter covers clinical features, diagnosis, and intervention, with a special focus on using play and aquatics, to support the integral role of physical therapy in working with children and families with autism. - NEW! Common threads throughout the Children section focus on motor competence as a driving force in a child's cognitive and language development and highlight how meaningful, fun activities with family and friends encourage children with disabilities to participate. - UPDATED! Neuroanatomy chapter provides a more comprehensive review on nervous system structures and their contributions to patient function and recovery after an injury or neurologic condition. - UPDATED! Adult chapters feature updated information on medical and pharmacological management. - NEW! The Core Set of Outcome Measures for Adults with Neurologic Conditions assists you in measuring common outcomes in the examination and evaluation of patients. - NEW! Emphasis on the evidence for locomotor training, dual-task training, and high intensity gait training are included in the intervention sections. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Social Skills Games and Activities for Kids With Autism Wendy Ashcroft, Angie Delloso, Anne Quinn, 2021-09-23 Social Skills Games and Activities for Kids With Autism provides complete instructions for using fun, engaging games and activities to teach social skills to children with autism spectrum disorders. The games include directions for assessing skills such as asking for toys, getting the attention of others, reading nonverbal gestures, understanding perspectives, and cooperating to solve problems. Using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, the book takes teachers through motivating, prompting, shaping, modeling, and reinforcing social skills while playing the games and helping students learn to participate in other activities such as demonstrating the social skill in role plays and the natural environment. Perfect for teachers struggling to help their students with autism learn to interact socially with their peers, these games are sure to become a much-loved part of students' daily routines. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Choosing Effective Support for People on the Autism Spectrum Matthew Bennett, Emma Goodall, Jane Nugent, 2020-12-22 This book is essential for anyone interested in learning about the therapeutic potential of orthodox and state-of-the-art supports for autistics. Using research evidence, supports are rated using a Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Tin category system. ‘Gold’ is extremely promising and use with confidence, whereas ‘Tin’ is extremely unsafe and potentially life threatening. This book, however, is more complex than just presenting literature reviews about supports for autistics and then rating the efficacy of the support. In addition to this, the insights and experiences of autistics about the autism supports examined are presented. Such testimonials provide an insider perspective from those who ultimately stand to benefit or suffer after receiving a support – namely autistics themselves. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Art Therapy with Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder Beth Gonzalez-Dolginko, 2019-09-19 There is a distinct lack of art therapy literature on working with adults with autism spectrum disorders, and this book combats this dearth by looking at the theory and practice of working with this client group. With clinical case examples throughout, it provides ideas for practice and interventions for use in institutional and community settings. There is a useful focus on directives to help with specific concerns, for example college and job readiness, social skills, and adapting to independent living. The book also includes information on ASD itself and gives advice on developmental and neurological considerations to take into account when working with this client group. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Hands on Activities for Children with Autism & Sensory Disorders Teresa Garland, 2016-04-15 Resource added for the Autism Technician program 315223. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Occupational Therapy Activities for Kids Heather Ajzenman, 2020-01-28 Watch your child develop the skills to thrive--with occupational therapy Occupational therapy uses simple, fun activities to help kids learn the skills they need for daily life, from eating meals and writing the alphabet to socializing with friends and family. Occupational Therapy Activities for Kids is designed to help children at all developmental ability levels strengthen those skills by playing their way through 100 exciting exercises that are easy to do at home anytime. This family-friendly guide offers concise information on how occupational therapy works and shows you how to apply it in a way that benefits your child. The games are even divided into chapters based on different types of occupational therapy skills--sensory processing, motor, social-emotional, and cognitive and visual processing--so you can focus on the ones that are most important for your child. Occupational Therapy Activities for Kids offers: Customizable for your kid--Every chapter starts with the simplest activities and increases in complexity, with tips on how to make each activity easier or harder. No experience necessary--From Balloon Volleyball to Find the Treasure, most exercises can be done with things you probably already have in your home. No prior knowledge or special tools required. All kids, all ages--These occupational therapy activities are built for kids 1 to 6 years old with various developmental challenges, but they can help all kids improve their physical, social-emotional, and cognitive abilities. Make it fun and easy to practice occupational therapy with your child every day. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Pediatric Physical Therapy Exercises for the Knees Amy Sturkey, 2020-04-26 My 30+ years of experience in pediatric physical therapy practice is yours! This book features stop-action photos and how-to tips to strengthen children's hips. With exercise suggestions for knee flexion and extension, this book is a lifesaver for PTs, physical therapy assistants, instructors, caregivers, and parents. The hips are simply the first body part that we have targeted in a book, with at least three more target areas upcoming in the future. This book is perfect for telehealth. New physical therapists will love ideas to assist in treatment session preparation, planning, and programming. More experienced physical therapists will have at their fingertips a wide range of treatment suggestions for the hips to add more variety in their treatment sessions. Features:-237 hip strengthening exercises with a wide range of difficulties-Commentary by a Pediatric Physical Therapist with over 30 years' experience-Stop action photos demonstrating the activity performed with a child-With device screenshots, you are free to use these exercises in a home program with families or for use with physical therapy assistants -Perfect for training physical therapy students or clinicians new to PediatricsEducators will finally have a tool with detailed pictures and commentary to give their students a foundation for pediatric treatment. In the past, so much has been available for evaluation, but frustratingly little for treatment! A pediatric physical therapist developed this book. Nothing can replace the skills of a pediatric physical therapist who can train caregivers and parents to perform these exercises safely and appropriately with a child with his or her specific strengths, weaknesses, and motivation. This book was written to assist therapists, not negate the need for them. Find out more about our book at www.pediatricPTexercises.com. Join our community on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pediatric-Physical-Therapy-Exercises/347094492096053 or Twitter @amysturkey. Or join us on Instagram at PediatricPTExercises. We are on Pinterest at amysturkey/pediatric-physical-therapy. Have glowing praise, recommendations for changes, or general feedback, contact me at amysturkey@gmail.com. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Essential Physical Therapy Terminology: Navigating Physical Therapy Language Chetan Singh, Are you a healthcare professional, student, or someone interested in the world of physical therapy? Understanding the language and terminology used in this field is essential for effective communication and providing optimal care. Essential Physical Therapy Terminology: Navigating Physical Therapy Language is your guide to mastering the terminology, ensuring you are equipped with the knowledge needed to excel in your practice. In this invaluable physical therapy handbook, you will delve into the intricacies of physical therapy terminology from the basics to more advanced concepts. Whether you are just starting your journey in the field or looking to enhance your existing knowledge, this physical therapy book caters to all levels of experience. Master the art of precise communication with patients, colleagues, and interdisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless coordination in the healthcare setting. Embark on a journey of knowledge as you unravel the language of physical therapy. Whether you're a student looking to excel in your studies or a seasoned practitioner seeking to refine your skills, Essential Physical Therapy Terminology: Navigating Physical Therapy Language is your ultimate resource for mastering the terminology that lies at the heart of this crucial healthcare discipline. Take a step towards enhancing your clinical expertise and providing the best possible care for your patients. Start exploring the world of physical therapy language today! |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: D Is for Down Syndrome Amy Sturkey, Amy E Sturkey Pt, 2017-09-30 Does your child have a friend, family member, or classmate who has Down syndrome? Would you like your child or the children in your classroom to understand more about Down syndrome? Are you looking for an engaging way to start a dialogue about Down syndrome? I wrote this book to solve these challenges. D is for Down Syndrome is a children's picture book in an ABC format. With delightful illustrations, this book teaches typical traits that many people with Down syndrome share. The book uses child-friendly language and is narrated by a 6-year-old with Down syndrome. D is for Down Syndrome provides an entertaining way to start a simple educational discussion about Down syndrome. I invite you to read this story interactively with your child. You can playfully yell really loud, strike muscle poses, and sign please with the child in this story. Encourage discussions of how you or your friends might be like the child in this book. You might compare and contrast how the child in this book is similar or different from a person you know with Down syndrome. I believe knowledge helps break down barriers and encourages kindness and patience. Helping children understand Down syndrome at a young age is powerful. Reading this book will change the life of your child and the lives of people with Down syndrome that your child meets now and in the future. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Using Whole Body Vibration in Physical Therapy and Sport Alfio Albasini, Martin Krause, Ingo Volker Rembitzki, 2010 Using Whole Body Vibration in Physical Therapy and Sport is an innovative new manual demonstrating the application of vibration technology to the treatment of pathologies such as osteoporosis, osteopenia, stroke and different musculoskeletal disorders. It covers pathology on the upper and lower extremities as well as the whole spine. New treatment strategies are practically and logically presented with recommended exercises and accompanying instructions which can be applied using the vibration platforms. Rationale is given for selected vibration frequencies, amplitudes and modes for the duration and frequency of the exercise session. The manual is grounded in evidence underpinned by a thorough literature review (including a balanced view of both pros and cons) and clinical cases. The authors present clinical treatment parameters that are evidence-based and have supportive physiological rationale that is consistent with the nature of the pathology being treated. The text is further supported by online access to over 35 video clips demonstrating the possible treatment exercises. This must-have guide for clinicians and therapists enables use of whole body vibration as a treatment and ensures best practice throughout. First book of its kind applying evidence-based vibration technology to physical (physiotherapy) and sport therapy practice Exercise recommendations accompanied by over 70 four-colour illustrations Indications and contra-indications in clinical practice Comprehensive literature review of evidence base and principles Written and supported by experts actively applying this technology to their practice |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: C is For Cerebral Palsy: A Child's View Amy Elizabeth Sturkey, 2019-08 IntroductionDoes your child have a friend, family member, or classmate who has cerebral palsy? Would you like your child or the children in your classroom to understand more about cerebral palsy? Are you looking for an engaging way to start a dialogue about cerebral palsy? I wrote this book to solve these challenges. C is for Cerebral Palsy is a children's picture book in an ABC format. With delightful illustrations, this book teaches typical conditions that people with cerebral palsy might have. The book uses child-friendly language and is narrated by a 6-year-old with cerebral palsy. C is for Cerebral Palsy provides an entertaining way to start a simple educational discussion about cerebral palsy. I invite you to read this story interactively with your child. Encourage discussions of how you or your friends might be like the child in this book. You might compare and contrast how the child in this book is similar or different from a person you know with cerebral palsy. I intentionally chose a child with more significant limitations so you or your child's friends may have more options for movement. I believe knowledge helps break down barriers and encourages kindness and patience. Helping children understand cerebral palsy at a young age is powerful. Reading this book will change the life of your child and the lives of people with cerebral palsy that your child meets now and in the future. |
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| physical therapy exercises for autism: Pediatric Physical Therapy Strengthening Exercises of the Hips Amy Sturkey, Amy Sturkey Pt, 2020-04-18 Pediatric Physical Therapy Strengthening Exercises for the HipsMy 30+ years of experience in pediatric physical therapy practice is yours! This book features stop-action photos and how-to tips to strengthen children's hips. With exercise suggestions for hip flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation, this book is a lifesaver for PTs, physical therapy assistants, instructors, caregivers, and parents. The hips are simply the first body part that we have targeted in a book, with at least three more target areas upcoming in the future. This book is perfect for telehealth. New physical therapists will love ideas to assist in treatment session preparation, planning, and programming. More experienced physical therapists will have at their fingertips a wide range of treatment suggestions for the hips to add more variety in their treatment sessions. Features:?237 hip strengthening exercises with a wide range of difficulties?Commentary by a Pediatric Physical Therapist with over 30 years' experience?Stop action photos demonstrating the activity performed with a child?With device screenshots, you are free to use these exercises in a home program with families or for use with physical therapy assistants ?Perfect for training physical therapy students or clinicians new to PediatricsEducators will finally have a tool with detailed pictures and commentary to give their students a foundation for pediatric treatment. In the past, so much has been available for evaluation, but frustratingly little for treatment! A pediatric physical therapist developed this book. Nothing can replace the skills of a pediatric physical therapist who can train caregivers and parents to perform these exercises safely and appropriately with a child with his or her specific strengths, weaknesses, and motivation. This book was written to assist therapists, not negate the need for them. Find out more about our book at www.pediatricPTexercises.com. Join our community on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pediatric-Physical-Therapy-Exercises/347094492096053 or Twitter @amysturkey. Or join us on Instagram at PediatricPTExercises. We are on Pinterest at amysturkey/pediatric-physical-therapy. Have glowing praise, recommendations for changes, or general feedback, contact me at amysturkey@gmail.com. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Positive Intelligence Shirzad Chamine, 2012 Chamine exposes how your mind is sabotaging you and keeping your from achieving your true potential. He shows you how to take concrete steps to unleash the vast, untapped powers of your mind. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour World Health Organization, 2020-11-20 |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Hormone Use and Abuse by Athletes Ezio Ghigo, Fabio Lanfranco, Christian J. Strasburger, 2010-10-28 Physical activity exerts an important influence on the endocrine system, modulating synthesis and secretion of several hormones. Almost every organ and system in the body is affected by physical activity and exercise, mainly through the endocrine and neuroendocrine system. Mode, intensity, and duration of the exercise bout, age, gender and fitness level of the individual as well as environmental and psychological factors may affect the endocrine response to physical activity. On the other hand, several hormones are able to influence physical performance and body composition. Thus, a bi-univocal interrelationship between exercise and hormones exists. In this book new developments on metabolic and endocrine response to exercise are revised and introduce the hot topic of hormonal doping in sports. In the past decades, hormone abuse has become a widespread habit among professional and – most of all and more frequently – recreational athletes. A substantial part of this volume is devoted to the effects of exogenous hormones on performance. Anabolic steroids, growth hormone and erythropoietin properties, use and misuse in sports are widely described. Specific methods to detect hormone abuse are presented and discussed. The contributors to this volume are well-known experts and dedicated researchers in the fields of sports medicine and endocrinology, endocrine physiology, pharmacology, and doping detection. The purpose of this volume is to provide all professionals involved in sports medicine and endocrinology a state-of-the-art overview of the complex interactions between physical activity and the endocrine system and to focus on hormone abuse in sports at competitive and recreational level highlighting its negative consequences for long-term health. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Mind/body Techniques for Asperger's Syndrome Ron Rubio, 2008 People with Asperger's Syndrome typically experience difficulty with balance, gait, coordination and sensory integration. The mind/body exercises in this book enable young people with Asperger's Syndrome (AS) to improve these skills, leading to greater self-confidence and independence. Mind/Body Techniques for Asperger's Syndrome is an introduction to Pathfinder training techniques for both parents of adolescents with Asperger's Syndrome and professionals including physical therapists, pediatricians, cognitive and behavioral specialists, and special education teachers who work with them. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Seeking Safety Lisa M. Najavits, 2021-05-07 This manual presents the most widely adopted evidence-based treatment for co-occurring trauma and addiction. For clients facing one or both of these issues, the most urgent clinical need is to establish safety--to reduce addictive behavior, build healthy relationships, manage symptoms such as dissociation and self-harm, and restore ideals that have been lost. Seeking Safety focuses on coping skills in the present; it can be implemented with individuals or groups, by any provider as well as by peers. It offers 25 topics, such as Asking for Help, Taking Good Care of Yourself, Setting Boundaries in Relationships, Healing from Anger, Honesty, and Coping with Triggers. The model is highly flexible, practical, and engaging, and can be conducted with any other treatment, including the author's past-focused model, Creating Change. The book has a large-size format and features reproducible client handouts that can be photocopied or downloaded. See also Creating Change: A Past-Focused Treatment for Trauma and Addiction, and the self-help guide Finding Your Best Self, Revised Edition: Recovery from Addiction, Trauma, or Both, an ideal client recommendation. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: The Autism Playbook for Teens Irene McHenry, Carol Moog, 2014-08-01 “When I was a teen, many of the exercises and activities in this book would have helped me calm down. ... This book is a real, practical, and positive guide for reducing stress.” —Temple Grandin, author of Thinking in Pictures Teens with autism have the potential to be excellent actors. They are natural observers—able to study, imitate, and learn social behavior. The Autism Playbook for Teens is designed to bolster these strengths with mindfulness strategies and roleplaying scripts, while also helping teens reduce anxiety, manage emotions, be more aware in the present moment, and connect with others. This book offers a unique, strengths-based approach to help teens with autism spectrum (including Asperger’s Syndrome) develop social skills, strengthen communication, and thrive. The activities contained in each chapter are custom-designed to work with the unique perspectives, sensory processing, neurological strengths and challenges that teens with autism bring to their encounters with the social world. By engaging in these activities, teens will gain an authentic awareness of their surroundings, leading to better social interaction that is also rewarding, interesting, and fun. The delightful and creative activities in this book are grounded in well-documented clinical observations and current empirical studies. They also take into account the real neurological differences that exist in young people with autism, and focuses on the unique pathways needed to connect with and inspire these exceptional and fabulous teenagers. This is the only book available for teens with autism that specifically integrates mindfulness skills and imaginative scripted roleplaying activities for building authentic social experiences. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: The Tangled Web Pacifico Ralph Todd, Discover a clear path through the complexities of living as an autistic individual with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) or Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD). The Tangled Web is a unique, compassionate resource designed to help you understand and manage the overlapping challenges of neurodivergence and connective tissue disorders. If you or someone you care for grapples with the combined effects of autism and hypermobility, this guide offers essential insights and practical strategies. Learn to: Understand the Autism-EDS/HSD Connection: Explore why these conditions frequently appear together and how their interaction impacts sensory processing, physical health, and daily energy. Manage Joint Hypermobility & Chronic Pain: Find autistic-friendly physical therapy principles, effective bracing methods, smart pacing techniques, and gentle pain relief options tailored to your unique needs. Navigate Sensory & Proprioceptive Differences: Gain tools to improve body awareness (proprioception), understand internal body signals (interoception), and manage sensory sensitivities often amplified by physical discomfort. Address Co-occurring Conditions (POTS & MCAS): Receive straightforward explanations on managing related conditions like Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, common companions to EDS/HSD. Support Mental & Emotional Health: Develop strategies for coping with anxiety, depression, medical trauma, and the emotional toll of chronic pain and neurodivergence, building self-compassion and resilience. Adapt Daily Life for Greater Ease: Implement practical advice for energy conservation, explore helpful assistive devices, find support for executive function challenges, and learn to communicate your needs effectively. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Clinical Physical Therapy Toshiaki Suzuki, 2017-05-31 Physical therapy services may be provided alongside or in conjunction with other medical services. They are performed by physical therapists (known as physiotherapists in many countries) with the help of other medical professionals. This book consists of 11 chapters written by several professionals from different parts of the world. It includes different kinds of chapters for clinical physical therapy with precious points for physical therapy, physical therapy for cancer, chronic venous disease, mental health, and other topics. We hope that the information provided in this book will instruct global physical therapists and related professionals. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Development and Learning of Young Children with Disabilities Louise Bøttcher, Jesper Dammeyer, 2016-06-29 This book introduces current theories and research on disability, and builds on the premise that disability has to be understood from the dialectical dynamics of biology, psychology, and culture over time. Based on the newest empirical research on children with disabilities, the book overcomes the limitations of the medical and social models of disability by arguing for a dialectical biopsychosocial model. The proposed model builds on Vygotsky’s cultural-historical ideas of developmental incongruence, implying that the disability emerges from the misfit between individual abilities and the cultural-historical activity settings in which the child with impairments participates. The book is a theoretical contribution to an updated understanding of disability from a psychological and educational perspective. It focuses on the first years of the life of the child with impairment, and travels through infancy, toddler, preschool and early school age, to track the developmental trajectories of disability through the dialectical processes of cultural, social, individual, and biological processes. It discusses a number of themes that are relevant for the early development and support for children with various types and degrees of disability through the lens of Vygotsky’s cultural-historical developmental theories. Some of the themes discussed are inclusion, mental health, communication, aids and family life. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Joel A. DeLisa, Bruce M. Gans, Nicholas E. Walsh, 2005 The gold-standard physical medicine and rehabilitation text is now in its Fourth Edition—with thoroughly updated content and a more clinical focus. More than 150 expert contributors—most of them new to this edition—address the full range of issues in contemporary physical medicine and rehabilitation and present state-of-the-art patient management strategies, emphasizing evidence-based recommendations. This edition has two separate volumes on Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Medicine. Each volume has sections on principles of evaluation and management, management methods, major problems, and specific disorders. Treatment algorithms and boxed lists of key clinical facts have been added to many chapters. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Neurologic Interventions for Physical Therapy Suzanne "Tink" Martin, PT, PhD, Mary Kessler, MHS, PT, 2015-06-24 Master the role of the physical therapist or physical therapist assistant in neurologic rehabilitation! Neurologic Interventions for Physical Therapy, 3rd Edition helps you develop skills in the treatment interventions needed to improve the function of patients with neurologic deficits. It provides a solid foundation in neuroanatomy, motor control, and motor development, and offers clear, how-to guidelines to rehabilitation procedures. Case studies help you follow best practices for the treatment of children and adults with neuromuscular impairments caused by events such as spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy, and traumatic brain injuries. Written by physical therapy experts Suzanne 'Tink' Martin and Mary Kessler, this market-leading text will help you prepare for the neurological portion of the PTA certification exam and begin a successful career in physical therapy practice. Comprehensive coverage of neurologic rehabilitation explores concepts in neuroanatomy, motor control and motor learning, motor development, and evidence-based treatment of adults and children with neuromuscular impairments. Over 700 photos and drawings clarify concepts, show anatomy, physiology, evaluation, and pathology, and depict the most current rehabilitation procedures and technology. Case studies demonstrate the patient examination and treatment process, and show how to achieve consistency in documentation. Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation chapter describes how PNF can be used to improve a patient's performance of functional tasks by increasing strength, flexibility, and range of motion - key to the treatment of individuals post stroke. Review questions are included at the end of each chapter, with answers at the back of the book. Illustrated step-by-step intervention boxes, tables, and charts highlight important information, and make it easy to find instructions quickly. Use of language of the APTA Guide to Physical Therapist Practice ensures that you understand and comply with best practices recommended by the APTA. NEW photographs of interventions and equipment reflect the most current rehabilitation procedures and technology. UPDATED study resources on the Evolve companion website include an intervention collection, study tips, and additional review questions and interactive case studies. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Does Your Baby Have Autism? Osnat Teitelbaum, Philip Teitelbaum, 2014-01-07 For many years, the diagnosis of autism has centered on a child's social interaction—from poor eye contact to lack of language skills. Although the autism community agrees that early intervention is key to effective treatment, the telltale signs of this disorder usually don't reveal themselves until the age of two or three. But what if it were possible to detect the potential for autism within the first year of life? That is the basis of Osnat and Philip Teitelbaum's book, Does Your Baby Have Autism? This dedicated wife-and-husband team has worked for nearly two decades to develop ways of detecting signs of potential autism or Asperger's syndrome by examining a child's early motor development. By studying the patterns of righting, sitting, crawling, and walking in typical infants, and comparing them with those of children who were later diagnosed with autism, the authors have been able to pinpoint movement patterns that appear to be the precursors of autism and Asperger's. Does Your Baby Have Autism? first provides general information about the history of autism, followed by a discussion of The Ladder of Motor Development. Each of four chapters then examines one motor milestone--righting, sitting, crawling, or walking--contrasting typical development with atypical development so that it's easy to recognize unusual patterns of movement. Also included is a unique thirty-second Tilt Test--easy to perform at home--which helps reveal a balance problem characteristic of children with autism. Finally, parents are guided in finding professional help for a child whose motor skills may indicate a problem. There is a way to detect signs of autism early in a child's life, when therapy can do the most good. Does Your Baby Have Autism? holds the key to a brighter future for children and their families. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Meeting the Physical Therapy Needs of Children Susan K. Effgen, Alyssa LaForme Fiss, 2020-12-22 Ensure children with disabilities and special healthcare needs achieve their full potential. Noted authorities Susan Effgen, Allyssa LaForme Fiss and a team of scholars and clinical experts explore the role of the physical therapist in meeting the needs of children and their families in a culturally appropriate content using a family-centered, abilities-based model. From the major body systems to assistive technology and intervention support, you’ll develop the clinical knowledge you need to provide a child with the very best care from initial examination to graduation from your services. |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Autism Interventions Carolyn Murray-Slutsky, Betty A. Paris, 2014 Autism Interventions provides the most current assessment and intervention techniques, based on best practice and up_]to_]date research, for children on the Autism Spectrum. This practical and valuable tool offers holistic, dynamic, and effective intervention strategies and treatment plans to improve the functioning of individuals with autism. Written by highly acclaimed occupational, physical and speech_] language therapists, researchers, and educational and behavioral specialists, it is a valuable text and clinical reference for all parents and professionals working with children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Therapists, teachers, psychologists, other professionals and parents, will find it easy_] to_]read and loaded with valuable treatment techniques: Sensory Processing _] chapters dedicated to sensory issues in autism and their impact on skill development, function, interaction and engagement. Included are modulation disorders, sensory discrimination disorders, postural disorders and dyspraxia; and resulting problems and their interventions. Communication strategies _] including interventions to foster speech and communication; empowering the child to interact with others; develop social skills and friendships. Motor control, coordination and motor planning . chapters aimed at developing ever increasing skills to aid in the acquisition of functional skills required for self_]care; independence within the classroom and educational environment; and engagement in leisure time activities. Oral_]motor and feeding issues commonly seen with children with an ASD are addressed within a separate chapter and include extensive intervention strategies. Behavioral strategies . aimed at analyzing the function the behavior serves, facilitating positive outcomes and managing challenging behaviors across all environments. Educational strategies . addresses the foundational needs of the student with an ASD. Provided are the latest educational strategies, |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Physical Activity Guidelines for Adolescents , 1994 |
| physical therapy exercises for autism: Campbell's Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult - E-Book Robert Palisano, Margo Orlin, Joseph Schreiber, 2022-08-20 **Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 with Essential Purchase designation in Physical Therapy**Gain a solid foundation in physical therapy for infants, children, and adolescents! Campbell's Physical Therapy for Children, 6th Edition provides essential information on pediatric physical therapy practice, management of children with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary conditions, and special practice settings. Following the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, this text describes how to examine and evaluate children, select evidence-based interventions, and measure outcomes to help children improve their body functions, activities, and participation. What also sets this book apart is its emphasis on clinical reasoning, decision making, and family-centered care. Written by a team of PT experts led by Robert J. Palisano, this book is ideal for use by students and by clinicians in daily practice. - Comprehensive coverage provides a thorough understanding of foundational knowledge for pediatric physical therapy, including social determinants of health, development, motor control, and motor learning, as well as physical therapy management of pediatric disorders, including examination, evaluation, goal setting, the plan of care, and outcomes evaluation. - Focus on the elements of patient/client management in the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice provides a framework for clinical decision making. - Focus on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) of the World Health Organization (WHO) provides a standard language and framework for the description of health and health-related states, including levels of a person's capacity and performance. - Experienced, expert contributors help you prepare to become a Board-Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist and to succeed on the job. - NEW! New chapter on social determinants of health and pediatric healthcare is added to this edition. - NEW! New chapter on Down syndrome is added. - NEW! 45 case scenarios in the ebook offer practice with clinical reasoning and decision making, and 123 video clips depict children's movements, examination procedures, and physical therapy interventions. - NEW! An ebook version is included with print purchase, providing access to all the text, figures, and references, plus the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. |
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