The goal of visual-motor intervention is to match the visual and postural systems for the best
resultant functional performance. Just as vision therapy can change postural reactions and
improve postural efficiencies, postural intervention can change visual function and improve
visual efficiency. These two systems must be simultaneously appreciated, assessed and treated
for the best possible outcomes. There must be a progressive re-matching of the visual-postural
systems toward an ever increasing efficiency. Distorted vision and other functional vision deficiencies do result in inefficient and abnormal
postural responses, however without postural intervention in specific areas, visual intervention
alone cannot completely ameliorate the dysfunctional condition, and may in some circumstances
contribute to more musculoskeletal and postural-functional inefficiencies.
1. Describe the relationship between postural control and visual efficiency.
2. Describe the importance of postural assessment prior to visual intervention strategies.
3. Identify musculoskeletal factors that can interfere with functional vision efficiency.
4. Identify the benefits of combining physical handling with vision intervention.
5. Describe the "Fulcrum Concept."
Level I Introductory/no prerequisites required.
Accepted by NBCOT for PDUs. Approved by the New York State PT Board, California PT Board, Illinois PT Board. For other State PT Board approvals click on CEU Course Approvals.
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