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what is positioning?
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Static processthat improves child's ability to maintain postural controlwhile participating in activities.
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what are handeling techniques?
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Dynamic and guide child's movement responses that result in functional actions.
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Benfits of positioning and handeling for the child?
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Increase physical comfort and reduce fatique. eliminate risk of pressure sores. promotes skeletal alignment. Provides the child with a wider range of sensory experiences that enhance learning options.
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General principles for positioning?
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Provide support, position for symmetry and skeletal alignment, offer variety, consider safety and comfort, determine their need for handeling interventions.
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Choosing a positioning method?
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The body of the OT should be used for support in activities with frequent weight shifts. positioning equipment may be specifically designed to fit the needs of the child. Furniture or adaptive equipment can allow the OT's hands to be free during activity when needed.
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