The fine details on this coloring can encourage making dots and using gel pens. This is especially nice for calming the adult client and assessing what they can do. Encourage them to embellish the blank spaces to work on fluid intelligence. OT & PT: For balance training,...
This OT list is a favorite in many settings. Sometimes when you ink it you think it. Are we really preparing kids for the future and adults to be independent at home? This may help you see if you are missing any moves that you...
You can add these to an obstacle course or call them out in a Simon Says game. If you do it with them it is much more fun! Share your favorite creations on our page and get Brilliant Therapy credit. Together we are making the world...
These are wonderful effective moves that are a fun challenge. Do you want to share your therapy challenges? Just go on to the Brilliant Therapy Facebook page. If you want more moves, just take a look at all the e-books on obstacle courses. You will find...
Here are 7 different activities that you can do that can help build the cognitive skills of your clients. These are often overlooked and critical for IADL success. Sometimes you can give them to a caretaker to do as therapy homework and then have them...
Fold & Cut tasks are wonderful for helping the brain to see how parts relate to the whole and how to interpret what we see. By breaking down what we see, we can build analytical skills and a variety of other pathways in the brain that...
This simple task is wonderful for cognitive growth as well as helping with fine motor, bilateral integration and visual motor skills. You may like the Fold & Cut Halloween Shapes e-book or the 4 Valentine's Day Fold & Cut Cards. Download the PDF for Fold & Cut...
Rat Pads and other comfort positive tools are important for compliance with any exercise routine. In this case the rat pad was used to provide comfort at the elbow joint. TIP: They are light and easy to use for both upper and lower body. [Heel raises,...
Before engaging in an exercise routine, review safety and be updated on any precautions set forth by client's physician. This a a basic upper extremity workout that is wonderful for homebound clients. SUPPLIES: Chair with a back on it, theraband, and hand held weights. TIPS: Use lighter weights...
Activities with laminate scraps are endless. Recycling is a new way of working. Watch the videos and check out the pictures for some ideas. More Options: 1. Place laminate on wall. Place velcro bits on it and have clients reach up and place items on them. When...