SEATING PROBLEM
Seating Problem / Seating Issues - Kocoon Junior Child Development Center Ahmedabad
Seating problems in children can often indicate some other developmental issue. For example, a child may have issues with seating that are due to them being unable to sit still, issues with sitting appropriately or issues with remaining engaged in the seated activity. These issues with seating can impact their learning, relationships with peers and their overall development. At Kocoon Junior Child Development Center we can offer targeted support for children with difficulties seated so that they can participate and be successful in their daily activities.
Understanding Seating Problems
Seating problems can present in the following ways;
- Constantly fidgeting or moving around in the seat
- Difficulty remaining seated for an appropriate timeframe
- Poor core strength and/or bad posture
- Leaning, slouching or falling off the chair frequently
- Only focusing on something for a short period of time during the seated activity
Seating issues may be caused by difficulties with sensory processing, to delays in motor skills, to attention disorders or to musculoskeletal issues.
Causes of Seating Issues
- Sensory difficulties: Because some children can be quite sensitive to sensory input they cannot sit still because of discomfort or that they are not used to being still and they need to move.
- Limited Core Muscle Strength: If a child has limited core muscle strength in the abdomen and back it can be difficult for them to maintain a seated posture.
- Attention Constraints: Children with ADHD or related behaviour they may simply not manage sitting still for long time because they do not have an attention span.
- Behavioural Situations: Some children have increased anxiety or frustration therefore they will get out of their seat.
Our Approach at Kocoon Junior Child Development Center
Our philosophy of practice provides a complete and individual response to children who have challenges seated in the higher risks groups. We bring together a multidisciplinary team of occupational, physiotherapy and behavioural experts to aid us in creating an individual intervention plan for children with seating difficulties.
- Assessment and Diagnosis : We gain a deeper understanding of the child’s concerns through assessment of their seating problems. We use a combination of formal assessments, parent guided interviews and observations in order to address the basic curiosities of the child.
- Occupational Therapy (OT) : Occupational therapists' interventions usually include sensory integration strategies that help manage the child’s sensory sensitivities. Occupational therapy will usually include core strengthening and coordination oriented exercises and activities. Occupational therapy may also include recommendations for adaptive seating such as wedge cushions, and sensory chairs to improve their support for constant posture.
- Behavioural Strategies : Our behavioural strategies include managing the child's behaviour in order to oversee their fidgeting and improve attending. We use reinforcements strategies to reward the children for demonstrating appropriate seated behaviours and/or seating decisions.
- Sensory regulation activities : Through the use of sensory diets, we teach children the importance of consistently participating in regulated activities throughout their daily schedule, i.e., movement/activity breaks, and inputs. We include fidget tools and resistance bands to offer them subtle movement while sitting.
- Parent and Educator Support : Methods to reinforce strategies at home are suggested to parents, and recommendations to educators for implementing flexible seating in the classroom. For example, frequent movement breaks (2-3 mins of exercise for every 10 mins of work).
Benefits of Our Program
- Improved ability to stay seated and engaged in learning activities
- Increased core strength and posture
- Decreased discomfort and restlessness
- Increased focus and engagement in both school and home tasks
- Improved confidence and independence
Why the Kocoon Junior Child Development Center?
- Knowledgeable Team: Our qualified personnel specialize in pediatric occupational therapy and behavioural interventions.
- Individualized Care: Every child receives a one-on-one intervention plan to meet their specific needs.
- Family-Centered Care: We involve parents and educators actively so that all the supports we provide are in line with what they can replicate, and so that there is a consistent approach.
- Warmth and Nurturing: Our centre is a place where children remain willing to engage despite difficulties and promotes their development in a welcoming way.
Take the First Step
If you are worried about your child having seating problems, Kocoon Junior Child Development Center can help! Please contact Kocoon Junior Child Development Center to arrange an assessment to find out more about how our specialized programs could help your child. Together we can address your child's comfort, focus and development.
Children who are exhibiting seating problems may alternatively be exhibiting developmental problems. Whether a child is unable to remain still in the seat, is unable to maintain an appropriate posture, or is having difficulty remaining engaged in the seated activity, these are all challenges enough to impact learning, socializing, and development.
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