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Sensory modulation, physical activity and participation in daily occupations in young children

Dan Hertzog, Sharon Cermak, Tami Bar-Shalita

    Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy. Revue Canadienne D'Ergotherapie
    |April 26, 2019
    PubMed

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    Children with sensory processing challenges engage less in physical activity (PA). Promoting structured and group PA is crucial for their participation in daily life activities like play and leisure.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Health
    • Occupational Therapy
    • Developmental Psychology

    Background:

    • Physical activity (PA) is vital for children's overall health and development.
    • Limited research exists on physical activity patterns in children with sensory processing challenges.
    • Sensory processing is fundamental to motor control and daily functioning.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the physical activity patterns of children with sensory processing challenges.
    • To explore the relationship between physical activity and daily life participation in this population.
    • To compare PA levels between children with and without sensory processing challenges.

    Main Methods:

    • A study group of 22 children (ages 5-7) with sensory processing challenges and 22 typically developing controls were recruited.
    • Parents completed validated questionnaires assessing sensory profiles, demographics, and participation in physical activity and occupations.
    • Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and correlational analyses to identify patterns and associations.

    Main Results:

    • Children with sensory processing challenges reported significantly lower levels of structured physical activity (45%) compared to controls (77%).
    • In the study group, higher levels of physical activity participation were significantly correlated with engagement in play and leisure activities.
    • These findings highlight a disparity in physical activity engagement within this population.

    Conclusions:

    • Children with sensory processing challenges exhibit distinct physical activity patterns, with lower participation rates in structured activities.
    • Interventions aimed at increasing structured and group-based physical activity may enhance participation in play and leisure for these children.
    • Further research is warranted to understand the nuances of PA engagement and its impact on daily life for children with sensory processing challenges.
    Abstract

    Keywords:
    Activities of daily livingActivité motriceActivité structuréeActivités de la vie quotidienneMotor activitySensationSensory modulation dysfunctionStructured activityTrouble de modulation sensorielle

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