Sensory Blog

If you’re concerned your child may have delayed speech development, it can be a worrying time but rest assured there are a number of strategies you can employ for helping a speech delayed toddler. While we would advise seeking help from a speech-language pathologist (SLP) to assist with primary speech...

A multisensory environment and a sensory diet may just be the ticket to pain management triggered by sensory processing disorders. When we think of sensory diets, which are used for treating Sensory Processing Disorder, we often think of children with neurological challenges such as Autism. However, sensory processing disorder in adults...

In recognition of National Autism Awareness Month, we want to spread awareness of the condition and discuss the early signs of autism and how to recognize them in children. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopment disorder that has a number of characteristics including: social and cognitive impairments, communication difficulties...

When entering a sensory room for the first time, you may initially be astonished by the aesthetics of the room and the equipment in it . However, if you look closer at the individual utilizing the room, you will clearly see the benefits a multisensory room provides. Mutisensory rooms can...

An office waiting room provides the first impression of a business or company to their visitors. Whether you have a dental, medical, or other professional office, making your clients feel at ease and relaxed can go a long way in providing a customer experience that says, “we care.” So, why...

Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder in America after migraines, strokes, and Alzheimer's disease, with one of the most commonly known effects of epilepsy being seizures. The fear of seizures happening in public causes many who suffer from the condition to feel isolated and alone. Therefore, anything that...

The term Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a term used to describe a range of neurological conditions that affect muscle control and movement, and often include cognitive and sensory impairments too. This condition surfaces following damage to the brain either before or after birth. This damage can be due to an...

People who have a cognitive delay, neurological challenges or other sensory processing disorders can display signs of delayed or under-developed emotional intelligence and understanding. However, the use of sensory equipment offers a sensory solution for improving and developing emotional intelligence in a person who may have any one of these...

The signs of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) include hyperactivity, lack of focus and impulsiveness. These symptoms are normally highlighted as a response to change, like starting a new school, and they usually become apparent at a younger age. Sensory strategies are used to effectively assist with self-regulation for specific...

If you haven’t seen one before, you may be thinking what is a bubble wall? Bubble walls are fully immersive and engaging walls cascading with water and changing colors. They are the latest and greatest offering of visual delight that can be implemented in a variety of multisensory environments, helping...