Sensory Integration: Theory and Practice / Edition 3

by Anita C. Bundy ScD, OT/L, FAOTA, FOTARA, Shelly J Lane PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, CSU

Overview

“Perfect just what I needed for a course and it'sa great book[.] Would recommend to any Occupational therapist, speech, or physical therapist interested in working with the sensory population”—Alexandra A.

  “This is a wonderful resource book for Occupational Therapists working with children. It is clear and easy reading for new and old therapists.”—Denise M.

“… written to enlarge existing understanding of sensory integration without intimidating the reader. The wealth of knowledge can help not only the new graduate, but also the more experienced practitioner.”—Mrs. Consuello M.

Drs. Bundy and Lane, with their team of contributing experts and scholars, provide guidance and detailed case examples of assessment and intervention based in sensory integration theory. They describe the neurophysiological underpinnings and synthesize current research supporting the theory and intervention.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780803646063
Publisher:	F.A. Davis Company
Publication date:	09/20/2019
Edition description:	Third Edition
Pages:	656
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 10.10(h) x 1.40(d)

About the Author

Professor and Department Head, Occupational Therapy College of Health and Human Services Department of Occupational Therapy Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO,  Honorary Professor Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences University of Sydney, Sydney Australia

Professor, Occupational Therapy College of Health and Human Services Department of Occupational Therapy, Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO, Professor and Discipline Lead, Discipline of Occupational Therapy School of Health Sciences, University of Newcastle, Australia

Table of Contents

Part I Theoretical Constructs
1 Sensory Integration: A. Jean Ayres’ Theory Revisited
2 Sensory Integration in Everyday Life
3 Composing a Theory: An Historical Perspective

Part II The Neuroscience Basis of Sensory Integration Disorders
4 Structure and Function of the Sensory Systems
5 Praxis and Dyspraxia
6 Sensory Modulation Functions and Disorders
7 Sensory Discrimination Functions and Disorders

Part III Tools for Assessment
8 Assessment of Sensory Integration Functions Using the Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests
9 Using Clinical Observations within the Evaluation Process
10 Assessing Sensory Integrative Dysfunction Without the SIPT
11 Interpreting and Explaining Evaluation Data

Part IV Intervention
12 The Art of Therapy
13 The Science of Intervention: Creating Direct Intervention from Theory
14 Distilling Sensory Integration Theory for Use: Making Sense of the Complexity

Part V Complementing and Extending Theory and Application
15 Advances in Sensory Integration Research: Clinically Based Research
16 Advances in Sensory Integration Research: Basic Science Research
17 Using Sensory Integration Theory in Coaching
18 Complementary Programs for Intervention
19 Application of Sensory Integration with Specific Populations

Part VI Cases
20 Planning and Implementing Intervention Using Sensory Integration Theory
21 Planning and Implementing Intervention: A Case Example of a Child with Autism
22 Viewing Intervention Through Different Lenses
23 Is Sensory Integration Effective? A Complicated Question to End the Book

Appendix - The STAR Process: An Overview
Glossary
Index

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Gerri A Duran, MS (University of New Mexico School of Medicine)
Description: This is a comprehensive book detailing the history of sensory integration (SI) theory development, along with the subsequent advances in scientific support for a dysfunction affecting so many individuals around the world. This third edition improves upon the previous edition (2002) by expanding on SI theory, case-based studies, areas for additional research, and approaches that are complimentary to SI intervention.
Purpose: Authors Bundy and Lane have gathered expert contributors for 23 chapters that build upon the theoretical teaching and research of A. Jean Ayres. This edition fully meets its objectives to provide expanded theory, research, intervention options, and new "pedagogical features" (p. xiii). In addition, as many practitioners are faced with communicating the efficacy of SI theory/therapy, this book serves as a reminder that SI theory is successful when both the art and the science are considered. It emphasizes the implications for improving the daily lives of individuals with SI dysfunction by supporting their participation in meaningful occupations and/or activities of living.
Audience: This book, with its pedagogical intent, would seem to be of primary focus to occupational therapy instructors, students, and practitioners, although case studies could be of interest to the layperson. I would consider this book as a necessary reference for any practitioner who is considering entering the realm of SI practice. It reflects that SI practice is not just about spinning a child in a net. Rather, there is science that serves as a foundation for the differential diagnosis of a person's sensory integrative functioning. Lane, Bundy, and the book's contributors have all published on various aspects of sensory integration and/or sensory processing.
Features: The layout of the third edition is intuitive when considering how a theoretical framework is developed and translated into daily living—a hallmark of occupational practice. After describing historical views and daily participation implications, the book outlines the neuroscience that is the basis of sensory integration and its disorders. The appendix of sensory system highlights offers a two-page summary that is concise and helpful for reference. The six sections, covering 23 chapters, enlist contributors published for each of their own areas of focused research and publications. "Here's the Point" features capture the synthesized information in a chapter and the "Practice Wisdom" sections help with the important translational aspects. In addition to citations within the chapters, the "Where Can I Find More?" sections offer readers additional resources for further reading.
Assessment: This third edition is a timely update to the second edition of this volume. It provides information for students, entry level practitioners, and even seasoned professionals in occupational therapy to utilize updated information that benefits clients of all ages with some aspect of sensory system dysfunction.

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Occupational therapists present a textbook introducing theory, assessment, intervention, and research related to sensory integrative dysfunction. Neural underpinnings and physiologic mechanisms of sensory integrative dysfunction are discussed and the interpretation of clinical methodologies are presented. Interventions used in clinics and other settings are discussed. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)