Physical Therapy Case Study
Video Summary
Kim Keane, a physical therapist, describes the physical and motor delays sometimes associated with ASD, and how physical therapy is used to address these delays. The principles of physical therapy are illustrated in one of Ms. Keane's sessions with Christian, a child with ASD. Understanding what Christian finds motivating and rewarding is an important element of her work with him.
"I need him (Christian) to learn how to go up and down stairs safely. How do I do this? The parents; they know what are his favorites. Oh, he likes the buzzing Woody doll. So I might put the buzzing Woody doll at the top of the stairs."
— Kim Keane