Veritas Physio

07/03/2026

**Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)** is a condition where the brain has difficulty **receiving, organizing, and responding to sensory information** from the environment. 🧠

People with SPD may react **too strongly, too weakly, or unusually** to everyday sensations such as sound, touch, light, taste, or movement. 🔊✨👋

Common signs may include:
• **Over-sensitivity** to noise, lights, or textures 😖🔊
• **Under-sensitivity** to pain or temperature ❄️🔥
• **Difficulty with coordination and balance** 🤸‍♂️
• **Strong emotional reactions or anxiety** 😟
• **Picky eating due to textures or smells** 🍽️
• **Seeking intense sensory experiences** (spinning, jumping, touching things) 🎢

SPD can affect **daily activities, learning, and social interactions**, but with proper therapy and support, individuals can learn strategies to manage sensory challenges. 💙

06/03/2026

Good posture is more important for children’s speech than many people realize. 👧🧒

When a child has good **core muscle tone**, the body is stable and well aligned. This stability supports proper **breathing, head position, and tongue control** – all essential for clear speech and sound production. 🫁🗣️

If the core muscles are weak, children may slump or lean forward. This can affect breathing patterns and make it harder for the lips and tongue to move precisely, which may influence articulation and speech clarity. 🤏👅

Strong core = better posture 💪
Better posture = better support for speech development ✨

At Veritas Physio, we look at the whole body when supporting a child’s development, because posture, movement, and communication are closely connected. 🤝

01/03/2026

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Flexor tendon rehabilitation cannot be protocol-driven without context.

In the September cohort, we begin our flexor tendon curriculum with detailed anatomy — pulleys, sheath environments, and zone classification.

Understanding where an injury occurs determines:
• Surgical approach
• Repair strength considerations
• Adhesion risk
• Early motion strategy
• Expected outcomes

Zone classification is not memorization.
It is a framework for decision-making.

The April cohort of the Virtual Hand Therapy Fellowship is now enrolling.
Credit: AO Surgery Reference – Hand Flexor Tendon Mechanism (Anatomy)

01/03/2026

👶 PLAGIOCEPHALY – What parents should know

Noticed a flat spot on your baby’s head? You’re not alone 💛
Plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome) is very common in infants – and early support makes a big difference.

🔎 What causes it?

🛏️ Baby lies with the head turned to the same side
↩️ Strong head preference
💪 Tight neck muscles (torticollis)
🧸 Not enough tummy time
🤰 Position in the womb or birth factors

Because babies’ skulls are soft, constant pressure on one area can lead to flattening.

⚠️ What can happen if untreated?

• Uneven head shape
• Ear or facial asymmetry
• Jaw alignment differences
• Persistent neck tightness
• Possible mild motor delays

Good news: the brain is not affected.
But symmetry and movement patterns matter for development.

💙 Why physiotherapy is important

👩‍⚕️ Early assessment of head shape and movement
🤸 Gentle treatment for neck tightness
🔄 Repositioning guidance for daily care
🧸 Practical tummy time strategies
📈 Monitoring motor development

The earlier we start (ideally before 6 months), the better and faster the results.

✨ Simple changes. Big impact.

If you notice:
✔️ Flatness on one side
✔️ Baby always looking one way
✔️ Difficulty turning the head

Early physiotherapy support can help guide healthy, symmetrical development.

28/02/2026

✋ **Separation of the Sides of the Hand** ✋

Did you know the hand has two functional sides that work together during everyday tasks?

🔹 **Precision side** (thumb, index, and middle finger)
Responsible for refined movements, dexterity, and controlled, detailed actions.

🔸 **Power side** (ring and little finger)
Provides strength, stability, and support for the hand during functional activities.

When these two sides work in coordination, the hand can be both stable and skillful at the same time. This separation plays an important role in fine motor development and efficient hand use in daily life.

Supporting balanced hand development through varied manual activities can make a meaningful difference over time.

24/02/2026

23/02/2026

Integral Yoga 🧘‍♀️ provided benefits for children with autism by:

✔️ enhancing self- regulation,
✔️ improving motor coordination
✔️ reducing challenging behaviours like anxiety and irritability.

Through tailored poses 🧘‍♀️, breathing techniques 💨 and relaxation 😌, it helps improve social communication, imitation skills and focus.

22/02/2026

✂️📄 FREE Scissor Skills Development Handout! 📄✂️

Are you working on cutting skills with kids and want a clear, easy reference to guide you?

This FREE Scissor Skill Development Handout breaks down how cutting skills typically progress and what to work on next, perfect for supporting confidence and success with scissors.

👉 Grab the FREE handout here:
https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/free-scissor-skill-development-handout?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

22/02/2026

Properly selected footwear for a child is an important topic and worth remembering.

20/02/2026

Very interesting article about importance of crossing midline and its impact on child development.

18/02/2026

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