Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts social interaction, communication, behaviour, and especially sensory processing. Many children with ASD experience oversensitivity or under sensitivity to everyday sensations such as sounds, touch, movement, textures, or lights. These sensory challenges can affect their ability to participate in daily activities and learning.
Sensory Integration Therapy (SIT) is a play-based approach developed to help children with ASD process sensory input more effectively. The therapy uses movement, touch, and play to improve the way the brain responds to sensory stimulation from the surrounding environment.
As PMR physicians, the focus is on how SIT supports overall participation and functional abilities, promoting independence and quality of life in children with autism.
Encourage communication, social interaction, and independence.
Parents are essential partners in the therapeutic journey. They help by continuing sensory exercises at home, observing triggers, and celebrating small milestones that indicate growing sensory comfort and independence. Encouraging parental involvement ensures interventions go beyond the clinic and create positive changes in daily life.
Sensory Integration Therapy does not “change” the child; it helps open up the world for them by reducing sensory barriers and enhancing participation in meaningful activities. As PMR physicians, supporting sensory integration in ASD is about improving engagement, enabling skills for independence, and boosting confidence in each child.
Multidisciplinary team consisting of Physiatrist, Physiotherapist, Occupational therapist, Speech & language pathologist collaboration with families is required to ensure every child with ASD receives personalized, evidence-based sensory interventions that meet their unique needs.
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