What is the difference between OT (occupational therapy) and Sensory Integration therapy?
Occupational therapy is a rehabilitation profession licensed in 48 states and regulated in all 50 states. Sensory Integration is a modality that Occupational therapists use when working with certain types of children. Sensory Integration, while covered as a topic during a therapist’s education, is not usually taught in-depth. Therefore therapists interested in using this modality in their practice must seek out specialized training in this technique. The proper implementation of sensory integration therapy requires specialized equipment including suspended equipment. Some therapists may use techniques which impact a child’s sensory system, but sensory integration therapy requires specialized, suspended equipment!
