Need Feedback on Therabrushing

Yep, I remember those days. Personally I found it easier to do it religiously every two hours (it only takes a minute), than later on after we were told we could cut it down to two to three times a day. (Because we would forget) The most important thing, though is to always follow the brushing immediately with the joint compressions. The brushing is "alerting" to the nervous system, while the compressions are "calming". There have been negative effects reported with brushing without compressions. I found it very effective with my Autistic son, in helping him stay regulated, Later on we did compressions alone. He is 17 now and is considered a kid with no behavior problems, which is pretty amazing for a kid with Autism. (we did lots of other things too). Listen to your OT, they are angels. B.

We "brushed" our prenatally drug exposed daughter in her earlier years, and I believe it made a big difference. You want to be careful that you do it as instructed and very carefully.
Praying that this is a good option for your little one as well.
T. Anderson
HealthyHome4All.com

Hi P.,
I am an OT. Wilbarger's brushing is extremeley effective, provided that it's done properly and that the diagnosis os correct. What tools did the OT use do diagnose your daughter?
Ask her if she can let you speak to parents who have done it.
Good luck!
Sophie

Hi P.,

I am also an OT and agree with what everyone has said. It can be very effective if done properly. Make sure that you know how to do it - have your OT train you and complete the protocol on her/him several times so she/he can give you feedback.

Some children are resistant at first, but after feeling the effects of the protocol on their nervous system, come around and really enjoy it. Others love the way it feels from the start.

It is a big commitment, but well worth it if you and your daughter can reap the benefits.

Good luck!
D.
www.inspiredmotherhood.com

I would ask for a second opinion but do agree on this being a good thing as are several others. You don't say how old your daughter is but I would be extremely cautious now towards any vaccinations. These condtions are very common amoung children on the autism spectrum and all it takes is one more vaccine at the wrong time to fill your child's 'buckets' so to speak and knock everything over. An excellent website to go to for more information on this is one for families of autism. Check out the www.tacanow.org one.

Please make sure YOU have done the research on vaccinations for YOUR child. The AAP recommended schedule of shots for children is too many, too soon. Here are sites and books that I always recommend for people to start their research:

www.909shot.com
www.tacanow.org

Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies: The Groundbreaking Program for the 4-A Disorders, by Dr. Kenneth Bock

The Vaccine Book, by Dr. Robert Sears

What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Childhood Vaccinations, by Dr. Stephanie Cave

Evidence of Harm, by David Kirby

Yes, we did it a few years ago with our now six year old son. It is very calming and good for them. Do it as they say and you will see. Good luck. Have you tried putting her on a gluten free/casein free diet? Basically no wheat or dairy, among other things. Read up on it. It really really works for many kids with sensory issues.