Two Occupational Therapists at Pediatric Partners in Fargo are now certified in MNRI Dynamic and Postural Reflex Pattern Integration, resulting in the ability to describe the MNRI Method, explain its scientific origins, and role of a reflex and its sensory, motor, and central nervous system mechanisms, as well as the effects of non-integrated reflex patterns.…
Pediatric Partners therapist receives certification in Toileting, Interoception, and Nutrition, an evidence-based approach for promoting toileting success and independence. Through this course, therapists learned more about the relationship between bowel and bladder, how to address interocpetion, and how nutrition impacts toileting. Providers were able to review current trends in toileting approaches and the latest research…
A physical therapist from the Pediatric Partners Clinic in Bismarck attended the Combined Sections Meeting this past spring. This is the leading physical therapy (PT) conference through the American Physical Therapy Association and provides an incredible opportunity for physical therapists to continue their education, network, collaborate, and share their experience. Through this conference, therapists were…
As a way to offer alternative treatment and better serve the pediatric population in the community, through the Maiberger Institute, two therapists at the Pediatric Partners Clinic in Bismarck have received their certification to offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based, integrative modality designed to…
Vision Techniques for Eye Movement Disorders Associated with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and other Neurological Disorders: Hands-on Assessments and Treatments for Children and Adolescents Bismarck Occupational Therapists, Mollie and Kaylee recently attended an online course “Vision Techniques for Eye Movement Disorders Associated with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia & Other Neurological Disorders: Hands-on Assessments and Treatments for Children…
Bismarck Occupational Therapist, Sabrina, and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Kelly, recently attended an online course “MNRI Dynamic & Postural Reflex Pattern Integration – Part 1” hosted by Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute. This course provided Kelly and Sabrina with a foundational understanding of primary motor reflex patterns, the impact of non-integration, and MNRI techniques to assess…
Occupational Therapist, Courtney, recently completed an online course called “3 Steps to Improving Interoception: An Evidence-based Approach.” Courtney attended this online course to gain more awareness on the topic of interoception. Interoception is a lesser-known sense that helps you understand and feel what is going on inside your body. Children who struggle with the interoceptive…
Mental Health Counselor, Kim, recently attended the course “Stay Apart, So We Can Be Together: Attachment for Children Through Covid” at the Bismarck Heritage Center sponsored by Pride Manchester House. Kim attended this course to broaden her knowledge of attachment theory and development and to gain ideas on how to enhance the experience between the…
Occupational Therapist, Jordan, attended the course “Dyslexia and Literacy: The Role of the OT” to advance her knowledge by learning how to define and understand the signs and symptoms of dyslexia, as well as the misunderstandings. Additionally, she was provided with specific interventions and learned how to address dyslexia during her OT sessions. Attending this…
Pediatric Partners will host its annual “Pajama Party with Santa Claus” on Sunday, December 15 from 3 – 5 p.m. at its Fargo location, 3060 Frontier Way S, Fargo.