In this episode of 'OT Conversations,' occupational therapist Hao dives into postural control retraining. This intervention focuses on improving a patient's ability to maintain an upright position, which is essential for engaging in daily activities, work, and leisure. Hao breaks down the process, starting with head control, emphasizing muscle stimulation and proprioceptive feedback. He explains techniques such as proprioceptive stimulation, trunk elongation, rotation, and pelvic bridging to facilitate postural control. The presentation also touches on the importance of head, neck, and trunk coordination and the role of reflexes like righting reactions. Hao advocates for hands-on, fast, and unpredictable movements to stimulate postural reflexes effectively. He encourages occupational and physiotherapists to integrate these foundational techniques into their practice for better patient outcomes.
