Primitive reflexes are assessed when a child is born to ensure they are present. Yet, they are then often dismissed, underestimating the role they play in the continued development and success of the child. However, many children continue to have retained primitive reflexes which interfere with various aspects of their development. The term Primitive Reflex Integration is being used in a variety of fields with various approaches to treatment. These approaches often present the treatment of each primitive reflex as individual movement patterns separate from each other. This course provides therapists with a roadmap to evaluating and treating 8-11 primitive reflexes, with the understanding that they are linked and build upon each other. It utilizes a functional and play-based approach to allow physical and occupational therapists to integrate this new knowledge immediately into their practice. (Intermediate Level)

Janine Wiskind, MS, OTR/L engages her audience with her dynamic teaching style and makes intense information easy to understand and apply. For the past thirteen years she has worked as a pediatric occupational therapist. Beginning her career in brain injury, Janine cultivated her specific concentration in vision. Her expertise for vision within occupational therapy has led her to guest lecture at Brenau University and conduct webinars on the topic. Janine published articles relating to dysfunction in the pediatric population and has been involved in research on the pediatric brain injury unit. Working for inpatient rehab, outpatient, home health, and the school system has provided Janine with an extensive opportunity to work with a variety of pediatric populations and has led to her diverse array of expertise. Her company, On Solid Ground (an intensive in-home occupational therapy consulting service),focuses on the family system and achieving life balance.