Examining the Impact on Praxis for Children with Sensorimotor Deficits

<p>The aim of this study was to discover how a movement program, utilizing principles of dance and sensory integration, effects motor and sensory outcomes for children with sensorimotor impairments. Participants' motor performance was assessed using the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency prior to and following participation in the movement program. Additionally, sensory function was assessed using the Child Sensory Profile prior to participation, and sensory modulation was tracked throughout the program. This short-term, intensive program followed a protocol based on sensory integration principles and theories of motor learning. The analysis demonstrated the change in motor performance to be statistically significant, suggesting that the program was successful in improving praxis skills for the participants. These findings inform practice by supporting the use of an integrated movement program with children who have sensorimotor impairments. Although these preliminary findings show positive results, further research is needed. </p>

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Science (MS)

Level thesis:degree_level

Master's

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy

Grantor dc:publisher

Eastern Kentucky University

Year

2017

Author dc:creator

• Durham, Sara Elizabeth

• motor learning
• movement
• Occupational therapy
• pediatric
• sensory integration

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright 2017 Sara Elizabeth Durham

Repository record dc:identifier

https://encompass.eku.edu/etd/484

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:encompass.eku.edu:etd-1482