Sensory Processing and Integration Flashcards
How many areas does our sensory system consist of?
Our sensory system and all of its areas work in a ___________ feedback loop to regulate and make sense of sensory information in order to function
define sensory integration
it is vital that physical therapists understand how _______________ and ____________ affects movement in order to achieve optimal outcomes for every area of practice
T/F: motor skills develop independently of sensory experiences and perception
What is another name for emotions? Is the sensory perception connected with this system?
sensory based interventions vs sensory integration framework
“Leaning” might be a result of deficits in your ____________ system because the body is looking for more sensory information
Using too much or too little pressure (when holding a pencil for example) might be a result of deficits in your __________ system
What does the vestibular spinal tract have an impact on?
Difficulties in processing ____________ information can result in low muscle tone, uncoordination, toe walking, poor balance, and decreased trunk rotation
tactile definition
Children with poor _________ discrimination can have difficulty with fine motor skills including handwriting
a child with ___________ dysfunction / misinterpretation might be hypersensitive to unexpected touch
Children with __________ difficulties may be sensitive to the sunlight, avoid visual attention, or hesitate to go on stairs
