Primitive reflexes are stereotypical movement patterns that are triggered by a sensory stimulus and result in a motor response. These reflexes serve two purposes; safety and survival, and development. Not only do these reflexes allow the baby to thrive out of the womb; but, as the sensory and motor connections strengthen, the child is then able to use those connections to develop higher levels of motor function, cognition, and emotional well-being.
OT at Vision-n-Motion Occupational Therapy uses these reflex patterns within play, intentionally strengthening those connections, to support the development of skills that are important to the child and family.
Delayed milestone achievement
Poor posture
Poor balance
Incoordination/clumsiness
Difficulty sustaining attention
Sensory processing challenges
Poor development of functional vision skills