Benefits of Using a Vibration Board During Therapy Sessions
By Nicole Crisan, PT, DPT A vibration board uses whole body vibration that can be set to different frequencies depending on the child’s needs and goals. It can be used as an additional tool that can be integrated during a therapy session as it provides many benefits, ranging from improving balance, motor control, coordination mobility, […]
Rolling
By: Nicole Crisan, PT, DPT Floor play time is an integral part of development and is one of the first ways a baby learns to explore their environment. Rolling is one of the first independent movements a baby can make. Typically, babies start to roll from their tummy to their back and vice versa between […]
Springtime Mindfulness
By Erica Gliga, MOT, OTR/L Springtime is just around the corner and this blog post is all about getting outside, enjoying mindful moments with your littles in nature, and engaging different sensory systems. Nature is filled with so many wonderful sensory experiences and time spent outside can support emotional regulation, for both adults and children. […]
Growing Language through Gardening
By Madison Gwizdalski MS, CCC-SLP With Spring around the corner, we are looking for ways to get outside and help our children learn! One of our favorite ways to help our kiddos learn and practice new skills is through gardening – here’s why: The world of gardening exposes children to a whole new world of […]
The Power of Playdough
By Madison Gwizdalski MS-CCC, SLP Play-dough is an all-time favorite toy at Uplift Therapy Center. Curious about why this toy is a staple for our therapists? There are countless benefits to using playdough with your child! It helps to develop fine motor skills: using playdough targets hand strength, dexterity and control, which is necessary for […]