Rhythmic Movement Training International (RMTi- Level 1 and 2)
At TruHap Neuro-Development Center, we are committed to providing evidence-informed, child-centered therapies that support healthy brain development and functional independence. We offer RMTi® (Rhythmic Movement Training International) as a specialized neurodevelopmental approach that uses gentle, rhythmic movement activities to support the maturation of the nervous system.
Rhythmic Movement Training International (RMTi®) is a neurodevelopmental movement approach developed by Harald Blomberg, MD, a Swedish psychiatrist, and further developed and expanded internationally by Moira Dempsey, an Australian educator and founder of Rhythmic Movement Training International.
RMTi is based on the understanding that rhythmic movements performed by infants during early development support the maturation of the brain and nervous system. When certain primitive reflexes remain active beyond the expected age or developmental movement patterns are incomplete, some children may experience challenges with movement, attention, learning, sensory processing, emotional regulation, coordination, and academic performance.
RMTi uses gentle, repetitive rhythmic movements designed to support neurological development and encourage the integration of primitive reflexes. It is intended to complement comprehensive therapy programs and is commonly used alongside Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy, Behavioral Therapy, and educational interventions.
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
How Can RMTi Support Children?
RMTi may help support children who experience:
- Delayed Motor Development
- Poor Balance and Coordination
- Sensory Processing Differences
- Attention and Concentration Difficulties
- Learning Challenges
- Handwriting Difficulties
- Motor Planning (Dyspraxia)
- Emotional Regulation Difficulties
- Retained Primitive Reflexes That Affect Everyday Functioning
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.