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Overheard in Pediatric Therapy: What’s an AAC device and how do I know if my child needs one?
An AAC device (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) gives children who have significant difficulty with speech or language a way to communicate and build communication skills. It might just look like a fancy tablet, but it’s actually a powerful new voice. An...
Overheard in Pediatric Occupational Therapy: Picky Eater or Problem Feeder?
Feeding challenges go way beyond refusing broccoli. At Rehab Specialists of Idaho, our pediatric occupational therapists AND pediatric speech therapists use the evidence-based program SOS Approach to Feeding to help kids overcome serious mealtime struggles. Here...
Clinic Spotlight: RSI Rexburg Pediatric Clinic
"My kids ask me every day if they get to go to therapy today!" Here’s our next RSI Clinic Spotlight: With clinics spanning from Island Park to Rigby—and therapists treating patients in locations such as schools, homes, and hospitals—we often tell people, you’ve...
Overheard in Pediatric Occupational Therapy: Improving Eyes with Visual Motor Integration
Glasses improve what the eyes see.
Visual motor integration treatments in occupational therapy improves how the brain uses that information.
Overheard in Pediatric Physical Therapy: The Three C’s of Baby Movement
Ever wonder what the difference is between creeping, crawling, and cruising? Here’s the scoop, because understanding these milestones is key in supporting your baby’s development and catching concerns early. ↘Crawling: While crawling, babies keep their bellies on the...
Overheard in Occupational Therapy: Age-Appropriate Attention Spans
Now that it's summer are you noticing that if a screen isn't involved, your child can’t seem to sustain their focus on anything? You’re not alone! But here’s the thing: attention isn’t just about “trying harder,” it’s a complex skill set that occupational therapists...