Developed by Kathy Fleming Drehobl and Mary Gengler Fuhr. English and 58 min. This video is presented as an introduction to massage for children with special needs. Tactile intervention has long been a successful way to normalize sensory systems. Massage is a method of intervention that can facilitate developmentally appropriate adaptive responses as well as promote parent-infant interaction.
Massage introduces many physical, social and somatosensory benefits for children.
It is best used as a supplement to existing team-oriented therapeutic and educational programming. The massage program is highly individualized according to the child's tone, reflex activity, behavior, modulation of sensory input and the goals of the family. As is always the case when children with special needs are involved, it is important to consult with medical personnel to assure that massage will be a safe and therapeutic intervention. For the Child with Special Needs, which offers more in-depth information. TX 78204-2498 Tel.