This is the screening I have used for over 20 years to determine deficits and then prescribe a home remediation program for parents to conduct daily. These problems need to be addressed every day. This screening is meant for five-year olds and older. You can research each area on the Internet.
PROPRIOCEPTION (BODY AWARENESS)
Can touch examiner’s index finger with his index finger when moved in front of his
eyes (12 inches away from eyes)
With eyes closed, can bring both index fingers together in front of eyes You must demonstrate first.
With eyes closed, can bring both index fingers together to touch the nose
BALANCE
Can walk heel to toe forward six feet
Can walk heel to toe backward six feet
Can stand on right foot to the count of ten
Can stand on left foot to the count of ten
DIRECTIONALITY/CROSSING MIDLINE
Can make an X
You say raise your right hand and place on your left shoulder
You say raise your left hand and place on your right shoulder.
If the child does not know right from left, buy a red string bracelet and have him wear it daily on his right wrist, often say RED, RIGHT.
DOMINANCE
Test dominant hand, eye, foot and ear look on Internet to find out how
EYE CONVERGENCE
Can follow pencil in examiner’s hand with eyes (without moving the head) in front of eyes (about 12 inches away ) and then examiner will bring pencil to touch the nose. Eyes should converge or come together.
SKIPPING
By age six, child should skip smoothly 12 feet.
This is very difficult to explain so if you have questions, email me at owenssusan26@mypearlprogram
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