The Role of Proprioception in Coordination & Sensory Regulation (Blaufuss - Online)

Course overview

Most recent estimates are that 5-6% of children meet criteria for developmental coordination disorder. Additionally, an estimated 5-16.5% of the general population have symptoms related to sensory processing difficulties, with higher incidence in clinical populations. Since the 19th century, scientists have known of a "muscle sense," but its role in coordination and sensory regulation has been under appreciated. By understanding the mechanisms behind proprioception and identifying ways to incorporate it into therapy sessions, therapists will learn how to positively impact a child's coordination and sensory systems. This course will utilize hands on labs and case studies to clearly define proprioception, as well as teach therapists how to capitalize on this system to improve client's participation in home, school, and community environments.