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Research: Are Sensory Disorders Connected to Primitive Reflex Issues?

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Greetings,

For nearly all children with challenges, their sensory systems are out of balance. Sensory issues go hand-in-hand with lack of maturity of the primitive reflexes. So if you hear about or observe "sensory issues," it is safe to assume: "Primitive reflexes could use work!"

It is a tremendous gift to know that by working to integrate reflexes, we are automatically maturing the brain, body, and sensory systems--for deep and lasting change.

Check out the research below showing that immature primitive reflexes are strongly associated with sensory disorders. (Thank you Researchers!)

The case studies here give you glowing examples of the transformative power of innate reflex movements to help overcome sensory issues. Can you guess which reflex is probably the most important for sensory issues? See the article at the bottom of the newsletter.

Enjoy these resources and pass it on to your friends.

To your sensory health with Spring blessings,

Sonia

Innate infant rhythmic and reflex movements:
Huge help for sensory issues. See case study.

See how innate movements make a life-changing difference for this
girl with sleep issues, hypersensitivity, anxiety, and meltdowns.

Thank you Kendel Knudson OTD, OTR/L for submitting this case study.

See the difference. From anxious, rigid, and
sensory-overwhelmed to huge gains in skills
and mood.
"He used to cry every time [he] went to the beach because
he would be overwhelmed by the noise and irritated by the
sand. The other week [his mom] said that they'd gone there
over the weekend and she could barely get him to leave
because he loved it!"

Thank you S.P., Occupational Therapist for submitting this case study.

Innate movements work for adults with
sensory issues too!

“Happy with Results and Very Excited about This Course”

Pediatric OT transforms her own posture, strength, and sensory
issues with rhythmic movement and innate reflex integration from
the Brain and Sensory Foundations® course.

Thank you Nevanka St Clair, OT for submitting this case study.

Is Moro Reflex a Hidden Key to Sensory Issues?

While all of the primitive and posture reflexes contribute to optimal sensory development, the Moro or startle reflex is probably the most important key to resolving sensory overwhelm. See why in this article.

Remember ALL of the reflexes can help with sensory issues so having an in-depth, comprehensive reflex integration program is best.

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