Dyspraxia
Dyspraxia is the name given to difficulties with planning and execution of movement. It may also apply to some elements of general organisation, but it is not usually applied to the actual content of the written word. Dyspraxia is not related to intellect, but everyone with dyspraxia will underachieve unless appropriate intervention takes place.
There are many reasons for dyspraxia
These may be broadly divided into different types
• The inability to see space correctly
• Memory access or storage difficulties
• Timing and sequencing difficulties
• Muscle tonus or postural problems
• Output inaccuracies
Assessment and management must take into account the cause of the problem as to intervene incorrectly is counterproductive.
What should I do if I think my child is dyspraxic?
The first thing to do is ensure your child is healthy and any allergies are addressed. You may wish to read up about the subject. We can recommend books.
You should have a standard eye examination. Ask questions, we are happy to help.
If we feel it is appropriate we will ask you to come back for a further test. We may also advise you to seek alternative types of assessment depending on symptoms. The next stage can be either a simple series of tests on stabilizing visual input. The visual dyspraxia test will use the best colour assessment methods available; these have only been used in research in Scotland up to now. Other tests may involve balance, hand eye coordination, writing, touch sensitivity, mid line effects etc. The assessment is enjoyable and results are immediate.
Results of tests
These will be discussed and treatment will be undertaken as appropriate. Treatment may include tinted lenses (we use the largest colour range in the world – no other range comes near), magnification, lighting modification and change, exercises, contact lenses, ergonomic advice on task set and classroom design and more. We may refer for other assessments with other professionals and are happy to work with the school (with your permission) to achieve optimum results.
If you wish us to write a report there is a charge for this.
Costs
Assessment is free. Standard lenses will be paid for by the NHS when appropriate. However there is a supplementary charge for band filters when needed.
Contact lenses may be costly.
immediate changes in writing using the optimeyes lamp - the problem was visual not a muscle control
Dyspraxia is the name given to difficulties with planning and execution of movement. It may also apply to some elements of general organisation, but it is not usually applied to the actual content of the written word. Dyspraxia is not related to intellect, but everyone with dyspraxia will underachieve unless appropriate intervention takes place.
There are many reasons for dyspraxia
These may be broadly divided into different types
• The inability to see space correctly
• Memory access or storage difficulties
• Timing and sequencing difficulties
• Muscle tonus or postural problems
• Output inaccuracies
Assessment and management must take into account the cause of the problem as to intervene incorrectly is counterproductive.
What should I do if I think my child is dyspraxic?
The first thing to do is ensure your child is healthy and any allergies are addressed. You may wish to read up about the subject. We can recommend books.
You should have a standard eye examination. Ask questions, we are happy to help.
If we feel it is appropriate we will ask you to come back for a further test. We may also advise you to seek alternative types of assessment depending on symptoms. The next stage can be either a simple series of tests on stabilizing visual input. The visual dyspraxia test will use the best colour assessment methods available; these have only been used in research in Scotland up to now. Other tests may involve balance, hand eye coordination, writing, touch sensitivity, mid line effects etc. The assessment is enjoyable and results are immediate.
Results of tests
These will be discussed and treatment will be undertaken as appropriate. Treatment may include tinted lenses (we use the largest colour range in the world – no other range comes near), magnification, lighting modification and change, exercises, contact lenses, ergonomic advice on task set and classroom design and more. We may refer for other assessments with other professionals and are happy to work with the school (with your permission) to achieve optimum results.
If you wish us to write a report there is a charge for this.
Costs
Assessment is free. Standard lenses will be paid for by the NHS when appropriate. However there is a supplementary charge for band filters when needed.
Contact lenses may be costly.
immediate changes in writing using the optimeyes lamp - the problem was visual not a muscle control