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Comparison of sensory integrative therapy and motor programming
American Journal of Mental Deficiency
|September 1, 1983
Summary
Individualized sensory integrative therapy and group gross-motor programs showed similar outcomes for preschool children with motor delays. Both approaches effectively supported development without significant differences in gross-motor or sensorimotor gains.
Area of Science:
- Occupational therapy
- Pediatric physical therapy
- Child development
Background:
- Motor delays affect preschool children's development.
- Sensory integration therapy and gross-motor programs are common interventions.
- Comparing the efficacy of different therapeutic approaches is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the effectiveness of individualized sensory integrative therapy versus small group, gross-motor programs.
- To assess gains in gross-motor and sensorimotor skills in preschool children with motor delays.
Main Methods:
- Two groups of preschool children with mild to moderate motor delays participated.
- One group received one-to-one sensory integrative therapy twice weekly.
- The other group received small group (3-4 children) gross-motor programming four times weekly for 17 weeks.
Main Results:
- No significant differences were found between the two groups in gross-motor gains.
- No significant differences were observed in sensorimotor gains between the groups.
- Both intervention types yielded comparable results for the studied population.
Conclusions:
- Individualized sensory integrative therapy and group gross-motor programs appear equally effective for preschool children with motor delays.
- The findings suggest flexibility in choosing interventions based on resources and child needs.
- Further research comparing different program structures and durations is warranted.