Postural Disorder
Your child may have postural disorder. This means that he or she may have difficulty managing his or her muscles and joints. The child may struggle with achieving or maintaining optimal body posture or stability. A child can struggle with postural disorder in isolation or in combination with any of the other sensory processing patterns. For individuals with postural disorder, tactile cues, Proprioception activities, and core stability work can be very helpful. Therapeutic riding or hippotherapy may help to improve core stability. Additonally, external supports might be necessary depending upon the severity of the postural disorder. Follow the links below for more regulating activities to try with your child.
If your child appears...
- lazy or lethargic
- to struggle to maintain body position needed for the task
- to have difficulty coordinating body movements
- to require more effort to recruit the same amount of muscle power as others
- to be easily fatigued by everyday tasks and/or require more sleep than same aged children
- to have difficulty swallowing
Try Proprioception activities; External supports may be required depending upon severity
Children with postural disorder may need formal treatment from a Physical Therapist or an Occupational Therapist. Consult your family physician if more information is needed.