What is Reflex Integration Therapy?
Reflex Integration Therapy helps children whose primitive reflexes remain active beyond infancy. Retained reflexes can interfere with posture, balance, attention, coordination, handwriting, and learning.
Therapy uses specific movement exercises to integrate these reflexes and support healthy neurological development.
Signs of retained reflexes
- Toe Walking
- Poor Balance
- Difficulty Sitting Still
- Motion Sensitivity
- Poor Handwriting
- Clumsiness
- Poor Coordination
Benefits
- Better Balance
- Improved Posture
- Better Attention
- Stronger Coordination
- Improved Handwriting
- Better Motor Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Reflex Integration Therapy may help children with Autism or ADHD by improving balance, coordination, attention, posture, and motor planning. It is used as a supportive therapy and is most effective when integrated with a comprehensive intervention plan tailored to the child’s needs.
These are infant reflexes that remain active beyond infancy and may affect balance, attention, handwriting, and motor development.
Toe walking, poor balance, clumsiness, motion sensitivity, poor handwriting, difficulty sitting still, and coordination challenges.
Yes. Integrating retained reflexes can improve posture, fine motor control, and handwriting skills.
Yes. Our occupational therapists assess retained reflexes and create individualized therapy plans.
Yes. Our occupational therapists assess retained reflexes and create individualized therapy plans.